n. a cyclone formed in the tropics with winds of 74 miles per hour or greater that is usually accompanied by rain and thunder and lightning
Hurricanes can cause flooding.
Hurricanes can cause flooding.
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In the Indian Ocean, what are hurricanes called?
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Where do hurricanes begin?
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In what year did hurricanes start to be named after both men and women?
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Where are hurricanes called cyclones?
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Who makes big storms like hurricanes and tornadoes?
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cyclone; whirlwind; typhoon
calm weather
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