Hurricanes Of The Gulf Of Mexico - Barry. D. Keim And Robert. A. Muller

"Keim and Muller have done a commendable job in assembling Hurricanes of the Gulf of Mexico, the newest and most comprehensive compilation of information on memorable Gulf of Mexico hurricanes. Mostly meteorological in scope, the book also addresses physical and socio-economic impacts in a style that combines short stories, science, hurricane histories, and anecdotes. The geographic scope extends from Key West counter-clockwise to Isla Holbox, Mexico, but special emphasis is given to the Central Gulf Coast from Panama City to Galveston. Hurricane Katrina (2005) is given extensive coverage in a stand-alone chapter. By coincidence, the first page has a storm rolling into Galveston (1900), and the last page has storm waters receding from Galveston in the aftermath of Hurricane Ike (2008). This book is a `must-read' for weather aficionados and all residents of the circum-Gulf of Mexico who have felt the tropical winds increase in strength."--Klaus J. Meyer-Arendt, University of West Florida

"Keim and Muller have skillfully produced a must read book for anyone intrigued by Gulf hurricanes. Regional planners, local emergency managers and storm enthusiasts are among those who will find much of interest, as text, figures and photographs are used to explore hurricane dynamics, historic storms, societal impacts, and potential future storm tendencies. The authors' climatological know how, geographical vision, and decades of personal experience make for a thorough and timely contribution."--David A. Robinson, New Jersey State Climatologist

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