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| 100 ## - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME |
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Murphy, Sarah J. et al. |
| 245 ## - TITLE STATEMENT |
| Title |
Seasonal forcasting for climate hazards: prospects and responses |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. |
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2001 |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION |
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p.171-96 |
| 362 ## - DATES OF PUBLICATION AND/OR SEQUENTIAL DESIGNATION |
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Mar |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. |
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One of the most promising developments for early warning of climate hazards is seasonal climate forecasting. Already forecasts are operational in many parts of the tropics and sub-tropics, particularly for droughts and floods associated with ENSO events. Prospects for further development of seasonal forecasting for a range of climatic hazards are reviewed, illustrated with case studies in Africa, Australia, the U.S.A. and Europe. A critical evaluation of the utility of seasonal forecasts centres on vulnerability, communication channels, and effective responses. In contrast to short-term prediction, seasonal forecasts raise new issues of preparedness and the use of information. - Reproduced |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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Climatic change |
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Natural Hazards |
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