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A typhoon is a tropical cyclone that develops between 180° and 100°E in the Northern Hemisphere and which produces sustained hurricane-force winds of at least 119 km/h (74 mph). [1] This region is referred to as the Northwestern Pacific Basin, [2] accounting for almost one third of the world's tropical cyclones.
Oct 19, 2023 · Learn how these giant, spiraling tropical storms form, how they are named, and how they affect the Earth. Find out how climate change may influence their frequency, intensity, and impact.
Hurricanes and typhoons are the same weather phenomenon: tropical cyclones. The only difference is the location where the storm occurs. Learn more about the ingredients, types, and seasons of tropical cyclones from NOAA.
1 day ago · A tropical cyclone is a powerful storm that forms over warm tropical oceans and has high winds, low pressure, and heavy rain. Learn about its structure, rotation, names, and impacts in different regions of the world.
Jul 26, 2023 · Typhoon Doksuri, a super typhoon by China's standards, brought strong winds and rain to the Philippines, Taiwan and the Chinese mainland in July 2023. The storm caused flooding, power outages, flight cancellations and evacuations in the affected areas.
Oct 17, 2022 · KUALA LUMPUR: Tropical Storm Nesat located at 19.7°N 117.2 E north-west of the Philippines is moving west towards Hainan Island, China, and it is expected to morph into a typhoon on Monday (Oct ...
Severe Weather Information Centre, enhancing the availability of authoritative warnings and information related to extreme and/or potentially high-impact weather, water, and climate events from WMO Members, is one of the core components of WMO GMAS Framework in support of the Early Warnings for All Initiative.
