Study issues storm warning for Tampa

Outside Robert Weisberg's office at the University of South Florida's St. Petersburg campus, it was just another day in paradise, Tampa Bay style.

Kayakers glided over the sparkling waters. A light breeze nudged limp palm fronds. Masts on docked boats stood at attention.

Weisberg, though, was oblivious to St. Pete's sunny charms. Seated in front of his computer, the oceanographer was focused on the dark side of coastal living: the threat of a major hurricane.

from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution