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About The Book: J. Eliot's "Report on the Madras Cyclone of May 1877" provides a detailed account of the devastating cyclone that struck the Madras Presidency in India. The report examines the storm's origins, trajectory, and the extensive damage it caused, including loss of life, destruction of property, and disruption of agriculture. Eliot emphasizes the inadequacies in disaster preparedness and response at the time, highlighting the need for improved forecasting and infrastructure. His analysis includes recommendations for future measures to mitigate similar disasters, reflecting a growing awareness of the importance of meteorological science in protecting vulnerable communities from natural calamities. About The Author: Sir John Eliot (1839–1908) was a prominent British meteorologist, born in Lamesley, Durham. He attended St. John's College, Cambridge, graduating as second wrangler in 1869. Eliot held various academic positions in India, including professor of physical science at Presidency College, before becoming the meteorological reporter to the Indian Government. He authored influential works, notably the "Handbook of Cyclonic Storms in the Bay of Bengal." Elected a fellow of the Royal Society in 1895, he served as director-general of Indian observatories until 1903. He died unexpectedly in France in 1908. The Title 'Report on the Madras Cyclone of May 1877 written/authored/edited by J. Eliot', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367804711 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 233 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.