I WONDER - How Are Hurricanes Formed?

I WONDER - How Are Hurricanes Formed?

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Hurricanes, also known as tropical cyclones or typhoons, form over warm waters in tropical regions near the equator. They develop when warm moist air rises over low-pressure areas, creating storm clouds and increasing wind speeds. A storm becomes a hurricane when winds reach 74 miles per hour. Hurricanes weaken when they hit land or cooler waters but can still cause significant damage. The center, or eye, of a hurricane is the calmest part. In the southern hemisphere, hurricanes spin clockwise, while in the northern hemisphere, they spin anticlockwise. The World Meteorological Organization names hurricanes alphabetically each year.

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