References

1. National Hurricane Center (NHC) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA):

- The NHC and NOAA are primary sources for historical data, storm records, and official reports on hurricanes and tropical storms.

- Website: [www.nhc.noaa.gov](https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/)

2. Atlantic Hurricane Database (HURDAT2):

- HURDAT2 is the official record of all tropical storms and hurricanes in the Atlantic basin, maintained by NOAA. It provides detailed information on the intensity, track, and duration of each storm.

- Website: [HURDAT2 Database](https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/data/hurdat)

3. Peer-Reviewed Journals and Books on Meteorology:

- Research articles and books by experts in meteorology provide in-depth analyses of specific hurricanes, historical trends, and seasonal activity.

- Example: “Hurricanes: Their Nature and Impacts on Society” by Roger A. Pielke Sr. and Roger A. Pielke Jr.

4. Historical Weather Data and Reports:

- Data and reports from past hurricanes, often archived by national meteorological services and libraries, provide context for historical storms like the Great Hurricane of 1780 or the Bhola Cyclone.

- Example: U.S. Government Printing Office reports on major U.S. hurricanes.

5. World Meteorological Organization (WMO):

- The WMO provides global data and research on tropical cyclones, including records of unusual events like out-of-season storms.

- Website: [www.wmo.int](https://www.wmo.int/)

6. Scientific Research Articles and Publications:

- Articles published in journals like the Journal of Climate, Monthly Weather Review, and Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society are sources of detailed analyses and records of tropical cyclone activity.