thunderstorms

Thunderstorms are weather phenomena characterized by the presence of thunder and lightning. They are caused by the rapid upward movement of warm, moist air, which cools and condenses to form cumulonimbus clouds. Within these clouds, strong updrafts and downdrafts create a dynamic and turbulent environment, leading to the development of thunderstorms.

Cyclone Fury

Cyclone Fury: 3 Million Left Powerless as Severe Storms Wreak Havoc in Southern Brazil

Southern Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul faced devastating impacts on Sunday, December 1, 2024, as severe thunderstorms swept through the region, leaving over 3 million people without electricity. The storms, fueled by a powerful cyclone forming along Uruguay’s coastline, also brought chaos to parts of Argentina and Uruguay, unleashing winds over 100 km/h (62 mph), torrential rains, and large hail.

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тайфун Пепито

The fifth typhoon in three weeks is heading towards the Philippines! Typhoon Pepito.

Typhoon Pepito has strengthened to a Category 3 hurricane, becoming the fifth major tropical cyclone to hit the Philippines in the past three weeks. According to PAGASA (Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Service), wind speeds at the typhoon’s epicenter reached 185 km/h (51 m/s) with gusts up to 220 km/h (61 m/s)

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Hurricane Rafael

Hurricane Rafael: Impact on Cayman Islands and Approach Toward Cuba

On Tuesday night, Hurricane Rafael made landfall over Little Cayman, bringing torrential rain, powerful winds, and rough seas to the Sister Islands. Initial assessments by emergency teams on Little Cayman and Cayman Brac are set to begin early Wednesday as recovery efforts are underway. Power outages swept across both islands as emergency responders braved the harsh conditions to assist residents.

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