An Evaluation of the Harbors of Inchon, Pusan and Chinhae, Republic of Korea, as Typhoon Havens.

摘要

This study is an evaluation of the Korean harbors of Inchon, Pusan, and Chinhae as typhoon 'havens.' Characteristics of the harbors discussed include wind and wave action, storm surge and the topographical effects on winds prior to and during the passage of tropical cyclones. Problems to be considered when remaining in port, and possible evasion procedures are examined. The tracks of tropical cyclones from 1947-1973 for the western North Pacific were analyzed to determine the probability of threat to the harbors. Observations by the author and information obtained in conversations with harbor authorities are utilized in reaching conclusions. The conclusion reached by this study is that only ships berthed in the Inchon tidal basin are safe from typhoons; that all vessels should evade from Pusan when threatened by a typhoon and that Chinhae harbor is a safe haven for ships of destroyer size or smaller, and that larger ships can safely anchor in Chinhae Bay during a typhoon. (Author)