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New model measures full economic value of accurate hurricane forecasts

New model measures full economic value of accurate hurricane forecasts
Phys.org Monday 17 August 2026, 12:00 UTC 1 min read
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When it comes to the cost of a bad forecast, researchers have gone beyond damaged buildings and vehicles to calculate the cost of injuries, evacuations and the long-term loss of public trust.

When it comes to the cost of a bad forecast, researchers have gone beyond damaged buildings and vehicles to calculate the cost of injuries, evacuations and the long-term loss of public trust.
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