2.3 Hurricanes, Typhoons, Cyclones &Tornadoes
Activity #1:
What's the difference?
Use Worksheet to Research Types of Storms
Difference Between a Hurricane, Typhoon & Cyclone
Hurricane Sandy....
Atlantic Names
Since 1953, Atlantic tropical storms had been named from lists originated by the National Hurricane Center. They are now maintained and updated through a strict procedure by an international committee of the World Meteorological Organization.
Hurrican
Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale
Climatology | Names | Wind Scale | Extremes | Models | Breakpoints
The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is a 1 to 5 rating based on a hurricane's sustained wind speed. This scale estimates potential property damage. Hurricanes reaching Category 3 and higher are considered major hurricanes because of their potential for significant loss of life and damage. Category 1 and 2 storms are still dangerous, however, and require preventative measures. In the western North Pacific, the term "super typhoon" is used for tropical cyclones with sustained winds exceeding 150 mph.