A tropical storm is a type of tropical cyclone with sustained winds between 63 and 118 km/h (39–73 mph). It forms over warm ocean waters and often brings heavy rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms. Tropical storms can strengthen into hurricanes or typhoons if conditions remain favorable. They are less intense than hurricanes but can still cause flooding and damage, especially in coastal areas.
On a Tuesday evening, Hurricane Lidia, a Category 4 storm with winds raging at 140 mph (220 kph), made landfall near Puerto Vallarta, a popular Pacific coast resort in Mexico.
Hurricane Lidia Strikes Puerto Vallarta as a Devastating Category 4 Storm Read Post »
Tropical Storm Ophelia made landfall on the North Carolina coast early Saturday morning, battering coastal areas with damaging winds and dangerous surges.
Tropical Storm Ophelia Makes Landfall on the East Coast of the United States Read Post »
Extreme weather continues globally, with countries battling heavy rainfall, flooding, storms and wildfires.
