There are variations around the world, particularly in the Western Pacific, in how countries name and measure tropical cyclones. We can explain.
Tag: Hurricanes and Tropical Storms
Hurricane or Typhoon? How Tropical Cyclones Get Their Names.
There are variations around the world, particularly in the Western Pacific, in how countries name and measure tropical cyclones. We can explain.
At Least 45 Dead as Nalgae Makes Landfall in the Philippines
Severe Tropical Storm Nalgae made landfall early Saturday and was expected to continue bringing strong winds and torrential rain to large areas of the country through the weekend.
Roslyn Moves Inland and Breaks Up After Lashing Mexican Coast
The storm, which made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane, brought coastal flooding and dangerous winds to the country’s Pacific Coast, killing at least three people.
Hurricane Roslyn Strengthens to Category 4 and Heads Toward Mexico
Roslyn became a Category 4 hurricane on Saturday. Forecasters warned it could bring coastal flooding and dangerous winds to cities along the Pacific Coast.
Julia Weakens to Tropical Storm After Sweeping Rain Across Nicaragua
The storm made landfall as a hurricane in Nicaragua early on Sunday, where it was expected to bring heavy rainfall that could trigger dangerous flash flooding and mudslides, forecasters said.
After the Storm, the Mold: Warming Is Worsening Another Costly Disaster
Mold in homes is a costly crisis that often accompanies hurricanes and flooding, and climate change is amplifying the rain that feeds outbreaks.
Florida’s GOP Leaders Opposed Climate Aid. Now They’re Depending on It.
Senior Republican politicians in the state have opposed federal action against global warming, which is making storms like Hurricane Ian more destructive.
Orlene Dissipates, but Threat of Flash Flooding Remains in Western Mexico
The remnants of the system were expected to produce another inch or two of rain into Tuesday, and forecasters cautioned about potential flooding and landslides.
Protests Erupt in Cuba Over Blackouts Caused by Hurricane Ian
Demonstrators in Havana blocked street traffic, chanting “we want the light.” Many were angry that the lack of electricity this week has rotted what little food they had stored.