# IMPROVED OFFSHORE AND COASTAL WAVE FORECASTING

Join the 2019 International Workshop on waves & coastal hazards for the latest in predictive modeling & forecasting accuracy. Improve offshore safety!

## Analysis

The 2nd International Workshop on waves, storm surges, and coastal hazards was conducted on November 11th, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia by Jeffrey Hanson and Brian Blanton. The analysis aims at increasing predictive modeling and forecasting accuracy to provide measurable improvements to offshore and coastal operations.

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