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J. Eliot

Report on the Madras Cyclone of May 1877 [Hardcover]

Gyan Publishing House, 2024

134.34 €

Gyan Books Pvt Ltd

(Delhi, India)

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Year of publication
2024
ISBN
1111014598032
Author
J. Eliot
Pages
233
Publishers
Gyan Publishing House
Keyword
History
Languages
English
Binding
Hardcover
Print on demand
Yes

Description

About The Book: J. Eliot's "Report on the Madras Cyclone of May 1877" provides a detailed account of the devastating cyclone that struck the Madras Presidency in India. The report examines the storm's origins, trajectory, and the extensive damage it caused, including loss of life, destruction of property, and disruption of agriculture. Eliot emphasizes the inadequacies in disaster preparedness and response at the time, highlighting the need for improved forecasting and infrastructure. His analysis includes recommendations for future measures to mitigate similar disasters, reflecting a growing awareness of the importance of meteorological science in protecting vulnerable communities from natural calamities.
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