Strongest cyclone to hit west coast
When you hear the word “cyclone” what comes to your mind?
Natural disasters are never loved or desired by human beings for the very simple and obvious reason- they cause destruction.
But have you ever wondered why cyclones happen?
Have you ever taken a moment out of your busy schedule to ponder- why mother earth causes harm to its own creation- us.
We are at the mercy of nature, for centuries civilization is causing damage to nature directly and indirectly. We all are to blame for it; cyclones, typhoons, and other natural disasters are getting stronger each year because of climate change.
One latest example of climate change is the cyclone Tauktae in the Arabian Sea.
How Cyclone Tauktae Got Its Name?
Interesting fact: The naming of cyclones in the Indian ocean began in 2000.
‘Tauktae’ which is currently circling over in the East Central Arabian Sea, means “gecko” or a lizard (yup) and was termed by India’s neighbor Myanmar. It’s pronounced Tau’Te.
Why Cyclones are named?
This is a very interesting question something that can attract almost everyone’s attention. Why cyclones are named?
The answer is basic and logical, to send warning notifications about their development. The technical name can be tough for common people to understand or pronounce. Giving names to cyclones helps to create awareness and it gets easier for media and other authorities to provide information regarding the same.
What is a Tropical Cyclone?
To understand why Tauktae is being considered a danger, you should know what exactly a tropical cyclone is!
It is an intense circular storm that originates over ‘warm’ tropical oceans and is characterized by low atmospheric pressure, strong winds followed by heavy and massive rainfall. Such cyclones always have an eye for clear skies and the warm temperature of central regions.
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