Hurricane impacts on the coastal environment

Fact Sheet
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Abstract

In terms of insured losses, Hurricane Andrew is the most severe catastrophe in the Nation's history. Prior to the arrival of Andrew, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), in cooperation with the Louisiana Geological Survey (LGS), acquired an extensive body of information and data on the behavior and long-term erosion of Louisiana barrier islands. As a result, we have a clear understanding of pre-storm conditions in this area; Andrew provided an opportunity to learn in detail the impact of a very large storm on Louisiana coastal environment.
Publication type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Unnumbered Series
Title Hurricane impacts on the coastal environment
Series title Fact Sheet
DOI 10.3133/5568
Year Published 1990
Language English
Publisher U.S. Geological Survey
Contributing office(s) Coastal and Marine Geology Program
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Online Only (Y/N) Y
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