Reeds Maritime Meteorology

Reeds Maritime Meteorology is written primarily for serving and trainee deck officers and those studying for certificates of competency in merchant ships. It is also an invaluable reference for other professional seafarers, for fishermen and yachtsmen. The authors analyse the forces that contribute to maritime meteorology and the principles which govern them in order to equip seafarers with the knowledge needed to best deal with situations at sea. This fourth edition has been fully updated to cover significant developments in the variety of forecasts available for the seafarer. It also covers global warming and weather routeing options, as well as updates throughout in line with technological advancements and research discoveries, and updates to the exam questions at the end of each chapter. The book examines: Cloud formation and development, Precipitation and thunderstorms, Visibility, Atmospheric pressure and wind, Waves, sea and swell, Fronts and frontal depressions, Tropical revolving storms, Ocean surface currents (including fold-out chart), The development of sea ice, Weather routeing, Weather forecasting at sea, Ocean passage planning, Management and care of cargo in heavy weather including ventilation, cargo sweat and spontaneous combustion, There is an extensive glossary and revision questions at the end of each chapter to test the student's knowledge, together with website references. Book jacket.