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Thursday, August 25, 2011

Storm Surge Simulation with Google Maps

Florida International University has used Google Maps to create a Storm Surge Simulator for Miami-Dade County in Florida.Storm surge is the greatest threat to life and property from a hurricane. It occurs when water from the ocean is pushed toward the shore by the force of the winds swirling around a hurricane.This simulator allows residents of Miami-Dade County to enter an address and visualize

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