Registered foresters in Mississippi were surveyed to gauge rheir perception of factors that influence stand damage resulting from hurricanes. Previous research suggests that tree diameter, height, age, and species influence susceptibility to wind damage. Also, stand density, recent management activities, soil condidons, recent weather conditions, and proximity to open areas have been identified as influential factors. Foresters familiar with strong wind events can provide critical feedback of research results. Foresters' perceptions are valuable because they are derived from field experience and can be helpful in broadening our understanding of what makes a forest more resistant to hurricane-related damage. These survey results were generally consistent with the literature but there were some differences between registered foresters' perceptions of hurricane damage and factors previously reported in the literature. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
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