World Weather Organization: Cyclone "Freddy" has broken a record

Weather extremes and records - World Weather Organization: Cyclone "Freddy" has broken a record

The devastating tropical cyclone "Freddy" broke a record in the past year: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) officially recognized it as the longest ever recorded cyclone, as reported by the organization in Geneva. It lasted 36 days and covered approximately 12,780 kilometers as a tropical storm or cyclone.

"Freddy" devastated Madagascar on the eastern coast of Africa and neighboring countries Mozambique and Malawi on the mainland. Over 500 people lost their lives.

Previously, tropical cyclone "John" held the record with a duration of 29.75 days. It occurred in the North Pacific in 1994.

Cyclone "Freddy" formed off the northwest coast of Australia in February 2023 and moved westward to East Africa. The heaviest damages occurred there in March.

Weather extremes are recorded in an archive. Experts examine detailed measurements for months, for example, the development and duration of cyclones.

Unwetter are categorized into seven categories based on wind speed: from tropical depression to cyclone or hurricane category 5. Hurricane, cyclone, and typhoon are names for the same phenomenon: In the Atlantic and North Pacific, the term hurricane is used, in Asia typhoon, and in the Indian Ocean cyclone.

1. This prolonged duration and expansive coverage of "Freddy" have raised concerns about the impact of climate change on extreme weather events in Africa and beyond, as discussed by global scientists.
2. The WMO, in their Geneva-based headquarters, emphasized the importance of accurate weather forecasting and early warning systems to mitigate the effects of such disasters in vulnerable countries like Malawi, Mozambique, and Madagascar.
3. The extreme weather events, including cyclones, are becoming more frequent and intense as the world grapples with the challenges presented by climate change, as acknowledged by the World Weather Organization and the international scientific community.
4. The spring of 2023 witnessed the one-of-a-kind cyclone "Freddy," a record-breaking storm that roared across East Africa, resulting in devastating destruction and heavy loss of life.
5. In its wake, "Freddy" left a trail of destruction in its path, resulting in numerous displacements, damaged infrastructure, and significant disruptions to daily life in Malawi and neighboring regions.
6. Scientists and the global community are now monitoring the evolution of climate patterns in the Indian Ocean, with the hope of identifying potential trends and developing strategies to prepare for and adapt to extreme weather events in the future.
7. The impact of cyclone "Freddy" serves as an urgent call to action for the world, including nations such as Madagascar, Malawi, and Mozambique, to collaborate on strengthening resilience against climate-related hazards, guided by the latest science from the World Weather Organization and other international institutions.

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