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Typhoons
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Frequently Asked Questions: Hurricanes, Typhoons, and Tropical Cyclones 
 FAQ about "the characteristics of these catastrophic storms, how they are monitored and forecasted, and what are some of research topics that are being addressed today." The site notes that "the terms 'hurricane' and 'typhoon' are regionally specific names for a strong 'tropical cyclone.'" Topics also include tropical cyclone records and where to go for real-time advisories. Available in several languages. From the Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). http://www.aoml.noaa.gov/hrd/tcfaq/tcfaqHED.html Topics: Weather Last updated May 15, 2008 Hurricane Center
Information on past and present hurricanes and tropical storms. Includes detailed information on current disasters, weather forecasts and updates, satellite photos, hurricane fact files, storm preparation tips, and a list of retired storm names. http://hurricane.accuweather.com/hurricane/ Topics: Hurricane Katrina, Photograph Collections, Weather Last updated Nov 3, 2007 The Tropical Meteorology Project: Dr. Gray's Tropical Storm Forecast
"Yearly forecasts for tropical storms, named storms, typhoons, hurricanes, and intense hurricanes. Includes the current forecast and archived forecasts dating back to 1999." Special features include the December 2005 "Extended Range Forecast of Atlantic Seasonal Hurricane Activity and U.S. Landfall Strike Probability for 2006," and the "Summary of 2005 Atlantic Tropical Cyclone Activity and Verification of Author's Seasonal and Monthly Forecasts." From Dr. William Gray, professor of atmospheric science, Colorado State University. http://hurricane.atmos.colostate.edu/Forecasts/ Topics: Weather Last updated Mar 22, 2006 |
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