An Unusual Near-Equatorial Typhoon

Charles R. Holliday Science Applications, Inc., Omaha, NE 68005

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Aylmer H. Thompson Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843

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Abstract

Typhoon Kate (1970) formed, developed and reached major (50 m s−1) typhoon intensity while remaining at or equatorward of 5°N, normally considered as the extreme latitude of minimal tropical cyclone formation. The climatology of tropical storms occurring at low latitudes is presented. Details of the behavior of Kate are described. Kate is compared with other western North Pacific storms of record that developed near latitude 5°N.

Abstract

Typhoon Kate (1970) formed, developed and reached major (50 m s−1) typhoon intensity while remaining at or equatorward of 5°N, normally considered as the extreme latitude of minimal tropical cyclone formation. The climatology of tropical storms occurring at low latitudes is presented. Details of the behavior of Kate are described. Kate is compared with other western North Pacific storms of record that developed near latitude 5°N.

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