Tropical Cyclones (Typhoons)
Tropical cyclones are rotating storm systems characterized by a low-pressure center, strong winds, and heavy rainfall. They are called hurricanes in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, typhoons in the Northwest Pacific, and cyclones in the South Pacific and Indian Ocean. These storms form over warm ocean waters and gain energy from the heat and moisture, often causing significant damage when they make landfall.
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- Typhoon Champi Causes Damage and Disruption Across East Asia Tropical cyclones are rotating storm systems characterized by a low-pressure center, strong winds, and heavy rainfall. They are called hurricanes in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, typhoons in the Northwest Pacific, and cyclones in the South Pacific and Indian Ocean. These storms form over warm ocean waters and gain energy from the heat and moisture, often causing significant damage when they make landfall.