Record #:

26146

Author(s):

Spivey, Angela

Abstract:

Southerly surges occur when winds off the California coast suddenly change directions, but are difficult for weather forecasters to predict. UNC marine scientist John Bane, flew an airplane to get better measurements to help develop more accurate computer models.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 14 Issue 1, Fall 1997, p20-21, il, por

Subject(s):

Meteorology--Research; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Institute of Marine Sciences