Yearly Archives: 2007

Two Curious Hurricane Graphs

Jan 1, 2007 – 4:57 PM

Examining the ATL hurricane data in another thread, I pointed out that there was a very substantial increase in coverage further to the east. In the entire data set, the median westing for a track measurement was 69W. To attempt to minimize count bias resulting from increased eastward coverage, I did storm and hurricane count […]

By Stephen McIntyre | Posted in Hurricane | Comments (99)

Holocene Optimum

Jan 1, 2007 – 2:33 PM

Since Hansen’s article in September, we’re starting to hear the phrase “warmest in 12000 years”- google “warmest 12000 years” and you’ll see recent coverage. This immediately raises the question of the Holocene Optimum – a period from about 8000 to 5200 BP in which there is undisputed evidence of significant NH warmth.  The Team has […]

By Stephen McIntyre | Posted in Holocene Optimum | Comments (42)