This paper estimates the storm protection benefits due to mangroves during the super cyclone of 1999 in Orissa. By …

life caused by the storm was directly linked to the removal of the natural defenses provided by mangroves. [SANDEE Policy …

property and lives during tropical cyclones. Theoretical as well as empirical research shows that mangroves provide protection … from storm surge. But whether mangroves protect inland static property during storms is less explored. This paper estimates … the storm protection benefits due to mangroves during the super cyclone of 1999 in Orissa. By combining GIS data with …