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Tropical cyclones and climate change: unresolved issues.

Authors :
Walsh, Kevin
Source :
Climate Research; 8/4/2004, Vol. 27 Issue 1, p77-83, 7p
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

This paper reviews our current understanding of the effect of climate change on tropical cyclones. While there are presently no discernible changes in tropical cyclone characteristics that could reasonably be ascribed to global warming, predictions suggest some increases in tropical cyclone maximum intensity in a warmer world. Formation regions are unlikely to change, while little consensus has emerged regarding changes in cyclone numbers or tracks. Some uncertainty in these predictions is created by clear deficiencies in current climate models. If predictions of intensities are correct, however, changes should be detectable in the Atlantic some time after 2050. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0936577X
Volume :
27
Issue :
1
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Climate Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
14724336
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3354/cr027077