COLUMBIA, S.C. — Tropical storms and hurricanes are powerful weather events that can cause widespread destruction. They can bring high winds, storm surge, flooding from heavy rainfall, and even ...

ACE is short for Accumulated Cyclone Energy. It's a complex equation that uses sustained wind speeds and a cyclone's lifespan to create a measurable value. Think of it as scoring points in a game. The ...

When tropical storms make headlines, certain countries and regions are repeatedly part of the story. Why is that and what fuels cyclones and their paths?Recent tropical cyclones in southeast and south ...

STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State Ph.D. student Kayleigh Addington took hands-on, experiential learning to a new level last month when she joined the National Oceanic and Atmospheric ...

The oceanic conditions that churn up the very strongest of hurricanes and typhoons are heating up in the North Atlantic and Western Pacific, fueled by warm water that extends well below the surface.

For the first time in over 26 years, three tropical cyclones are active simultaneously in the South Pacific. This vast region, which stretches from the Coral Sea in the west to the Pitcairn Islands in ...

FIU is a leader in hurricane research, resilience and disaster mitigation. The list below includes experts available to discuss hurricanes and their aftermath, including social, economic, health and ...

Hurricanes and typhoons may get stronger due to climate change, scientists say. Exposure to tropical cyclones could have an impact on young babies' ability to survive in poorer countries, scientists ...