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Phillip Attea

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Final Project
This project explores the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) storm database to evaluate the impacts of severe weather events during the year 2025. The primary objective is to identify which types of weather events are most harmful to population health and to analyze their spatial and temporal distributions. To achieve this, raw CSV data linking event details, locations, and fatalities is processed and joined into a comprehensive dataset. The findings highlight the most dangerous weather phenomena in terms of fatalities and map out the states most frequently affected by specific events. Additionally, the analysis breaks down event occurrences by month to identify seasonal trends. Finally, it explores which events cause the most significant property damage to provide a view of their economic consequences. Ultimately, these insights are designed to help municipal managers and government agencies prioritize resources and prepare effectively for future severe weather.