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TC Graphics (Track and Error Cone, Wind Speed Probabilities, Time of Arrival)

Tropical Cyclone (TC) graphics available following updated bulletins issued by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) for cyclones within our AOR (Area of Responsibility) - extends out 300 nautical miles from Tutuila, American Samoa. Read More >

Hurricane Local Statement 

Tropical Cyclone Watch/Warning Break Points 

 

***NEW Tropical Cyclone Graphics: Track and Error Cone, Wind Speed Probabilities, Time of Arrival***

New graphics will be available following updated bulletins issued by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) for cyclones between 10-20S and 164.5W-178.5W. 

 

 

Tropical Cyclone Related Links

Saffir-Simpson Scale
  • Tropical Storm - winds 39-73 mph (34-63 kt)
  • Category 1 - winds 74-95 mph (64-82 kt)
  • Category 2 - winds 96-110 mph (83-95 kt)
  • Category 3 - winds 111-129 mph (96-112 kt)
  • Category 4 - winds 130-156 mph (113-136 kt)
  • Category 5 - winds 157 mph and up (137+ kt)

 

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