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Tropical Storm and Hurricane Activity Database
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Records the historical activity of tropical storms, hurricanes, and major hurricanes within the Atlantic basin. This database spans over 150 years, providing a vital resource for understanding the long-term patterns, frequency, and intensity of these natural phenomena. Analyzing this detailed record of cyclone activity is crucial for predicting future occurrences and potential impacts. The data is instrumental in informing disaster preparedness, guiding response efforts, and developing effective strategies for mitigating the destructive effects these storms have on coastal communities.
Columns
- FID: Feature ID.
- YEAR: The year of the recorded storm data point, covering a span from 1851 up to 2008.
- MONTH: The month of the observation.
- DAY: The day of the observation.
- AD_TIME: Administrative time, with common values being 1200Z and 0600Z.
- BTID: Best Track Identifier.
- NAME: The name of the tropical storm or hurricane, noting that a significant portion (37%) of records are listed as 'NOTNAMED'.
- LAT: The recorded storm location latitude, with values ranging from 4.2 to 69.
- LONG: The recorded storm location longitude, with values spanning from -180 to 180.
- WIND_KTS: Maximum sustained wind speed recorded in knots, ranging from 10 to 165.
- PRESSURE: Pressure readings related to the storm.
- CAT: The storm category, where 'TS' (Tropical Storm) is the most frequently recorded classification (41%).
- BASIN: The geographic basin of the storm, primarily the North Atlantic (66%).
- Shape_Leng: Shape Length measurement.
Distribution
The data product is distributed as a CSV file named Historical Tropical Storm.csv, with a size of 4.59 MB. The dataset contains 14 columns and approximately 59.2 thousand valid records. This is a static historical record, and the expected update frequency is never. The usability score is rated as 10.00.
Usage
- Climatological Studies: For modelling long-term shifts in cyclone behaviour and intensity.
- Disaster Management: To enhance preparedness, improve forecasting accuracy, and refine emergency response protocols.
- Coastal Risk Assessment: To aid in developing mitigation strategies and assessing infrastructure vulnerability in storm-prone regions.
- Academic Research: For historical analysis of meteorological conditions and storm impact.
Coverage
The data covers cyclone activity primarily within the Atlantic basin over a historical timeframe from 1851 to 2008. While focusing on the Atlantic, records also include data from the Eastern Pacific. Spatially, the records track activity across a wide range of latitudes (4.2 to 69) and longitudes (-180 to 180).
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
Meteorologists and Climate Modellers for studying storm dynamics and trends. Government Agencies and Emergency Planners who require foundational data for regional planning and disaster mitigation. Insurance and Reinsurance Companies for actuarial risk modelling based on historical frequency and severity. Students and Researchers focused on natural hazard analysis and historical weather patterns.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Atlantic Basin Historical Cyclone Tracking
- Tropical Storm and Hurricane Activity Database (1851–2008)
- Historical Record of Atlantic Hurricanes
Attributes
Original Data Source: Tropical Storm and Hurricane Activity Database
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