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Latest News on Hurricane Matthew and other Tropical Cyclones

Posted on 6 October, 2016 by Met Office Press Office

Hurricane Matthew Hurricane Matthew’s passage across Cuba and Hispaniola resulted in some weakening, although it retained its status as a ‘major’ (category 3 or greater) hurricane, which it has now held for almost six days. No other Atlantic hurricane in … Continue reading →

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Hurricane Sandy threatens severe weather for US East Coast

Posted on 26 October, 2012 by Met Office Press Office

Over the last two days Hurricane Sandy has cut a swathe through the Caribbean bringing strong winds, heavy rain and storm surge to Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti and the Bahamas. At least 20 people have been killed, properties damaged and flooded … Continue reading →

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Tropical Storm Sandy heading for Jamaica and Cuba

Posted on 24 October, 2012 by Met Office Press Office

It may be late October, but the Atlantic hurricane season is still in full swing. At this time of year the strongest storms usually develop in the Caribbean Sea and this is where Tropical Storm Sandy has been gathering strength in … Continue reading →

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