Frequently Asked Questions: Hurricane Model
Study Region
Hazard/Scenario Definition
- Why isn't Hurricane Floyd in the historical storm set?
- What are the typical ranges for the storm parameters?
- How do I convert the radius to hurricane wind from nautical miles to statute miles?
- How do I convert maximum sustained wind speed from knots to miles per hour?
- I am trying to input storm parameters using a storm advisory. Can I skip the Interactive Storm Track Definition page?
Analysis Parameters
- How do I edit/change the vulnerability curves in the Hurricane Model?
- How do I veiw the tree density and tree height parameters for my study region?
- What is the difference between surface roughness and terrain?
- What is the difference between surface roughness or terrain and topography?
Running and Analysis
Results
- Why isn't tree debris reported for study regions in Hawaii?
- What units apply to damage state probabilities?
- Does the Hurricane Model compute economic loss result for site specific facilities such as essential facilities?
Last Modified: Wednesday, 11-Aug-2010 14:35:05 EDT
Fast Facts
HAZUS-MH can quantify the risk for a study area of any size by using GIS technology to combine hazard layers with national databases, and applying standardized loss estimation and risk assessment methodology. The GIS-based environment allows users to create graphics to help communities visualize and understand their hazard risks and possible solutions. The nationwide databases built into HAZUS-MH include datasets on demographics, building stock, essential facilities, transportation, utilities, and high potential loss facilities.
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