On the basis of recent and historical evidence the regions of the world most vulnerable to the effects of tropical cyclones are identified. These regions comprise the densely populated delta regions, the isolated island groups, and the highly developed industrialised and residential coastal zones in higher latitudes. The death toll due to tropical cyclones is shown to exceed that of other major natural hazards and the annual damage bill is estimated to exceed A6000 million. On the basis of information provided by many meteorological services, the tracks of future tropical cyclones of super-intensity that are likely to be catastrophic in their socio-economic impact are postulated.
R. L. Southern (Sat,) studied this question.