Distribution Of Tropical Revolving Storms Flashcards
1
Q
Where do tropical revolving storms occur
A
Between latitudes 5 degrees and 20 degrees north and south of the equator
2
Q
Where are hurricanes
A
In the Caribbean Sea / Gulf of Mexico (11% of all tropical revolving storms)
3
Q
Where are cyclones
A
In the Arabian Sea / Bay of Bengal (east Pacific) (17%)
4
Q
Where are typhoons
A
Off Southeast Asia (main area with one-third of all tropical revolving storms)
5
Q
Where are willy-willies
A
Northwestern Australia and the southwestern Pacific (20%)
