Investor Presentaiton
U.S. ARMY
EXISTING CONDITIONS
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Waves: Seas and swell waves of up to 13 feet predominantly from the southeast. Less frequent, more
energetic tropical cyclone wave energy typically approaches from the north, waves up to 16 feet.
Winds: Prevailing winds throughout year are southeasterly trades. Winds tend to approach Samoa more
directly from east during December through March, but during remainder of the year, they originate
predominantly from east-southeast and southeast.
Tropical Storms: Exacerbating coastal erosion in project area
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Notable Storms (Damages and fatalities are for all affected areas):
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Cyclone Val (1991): 17 fatalities; $368 million in damages
Cyclone Heta (2004): 1 fatality; $110-150 million in damages
Cyclone Gita (2018) 2 fatalities; over $200 million in damages
Sea Level Change: Rising sea levels globally and locally exacerbate existing problem. 2009 earthquake
caused rapid land subsidence resulting in accelerated RSLC rates.
Environmental Condition: Diverse coastal habitat in close proximity to project area
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Notable Species: Coral, Hawksbill Sea Turtle, Green Sea Turtle
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