The Effects of Hurricane Hugo on the Reefs and Associated Environments of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands—A Preliminary Assessment

Early in the morning of September 18, 1989, Hurricane Hugo passed over St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Winds likely exceeded 150 mph, with gusts exceeding 170 mph. On the north coast, wave heights ranged from 3–7 m; larger waves occurred on the south shore. Beach erosion was generally less tha...

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Published in:	Journal of coastal research pp. 33 - 48
Main Authors:	Hubbard, Dennis K., Parsons, Karla M., Bythell, John C., Walker, N.D.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Coastal Education & Research Foundation (CERF) 01-04-1991
Subjects:	Coral reefs Corals Flood damage Hurricanes Reefs Sediments Storm damage Storms Submarine canyons Waves
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