"Besides acting as a comprehensive historical and meterological reference guide, this book is a necessity for every Floridian to have on-hand during hurricane season. . . . It is a wake-up call for those wanting to remain home during hurricane evacuations to 'ride out the storm.'"--Orlando Sentinel

"This comprehensive, factual, concise book on Florida hurricanes and tropical storms will appeal to the general reader and especially to residents of Florida. . . . With Florida so uniquely bombarded by hurricanes and with over 40 percent of the population residing in coastal areas, this book should be welcome, if not mandatory, reading for all citizens. Williams and Duedall are experts on Florida meteorology, and they have written a superb book that should be studied by all Florida residents, especially school children. . . . It is fascinating, it is useful, and it just might save a few lives."--CHOICE Book Reviews

Includes 57 b&w photos, 23 maps, glossary, references, internet addresses, and index.