Storm surges occur during storm events, including hurricanes and tropical cyclones due to three processes: 1  wind setup. 2  barometric setup. 3  wave setup.
Starch is the most common carbohydrate in the human diet and is contained in many staple foods. The major sources of starch intake worldwide are the cereals (rice, wheat, and maize) and the root vegetables (potatoes and cassava).
It is mainly grown for starchy roots however; the stem, leaves and petioles of cassava are also edible and are widely used as food in Africa (Lancaster & Brooks, 1983). Cassava leaves are an important vegetable and are available throughout the year (Fig.