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Cyclone Phailin and more Pacific Typhoons

Posted on 14 October, 2013 by Met Office Press Office

As per forecasts discussed in our blog last week, Cyclone Phailin struck the east coast of India over the weekend with winds estimated at near 130 mph. It brought a strong storm surge along the coast and more than 230 … Continue reading →

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Cyclones set to strike India and the Philippines

Posted on 11 October, 2013 by Met Office Press Office

While the tropical storm and cyclone season for the northern hemisphere has been relatively quiet this year, the last few weeks has seen a spike in activity with three tropical cyclones currently active. The north Indian Ocean sees tropical storms … Continue reading →

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