Tropical

A tropical entity refers to a weather system, such as a tropical depression, storm, or cyclone, characterized by warm core temperatures and organized thunderstorm activity. It can also relate to tropical diseases, which are infections prevalent in hot, humid climates.

Why it’s in the news: Tropical entities are in the news due to their recent impact, including approaching storms threatening Vietnam and Japan, power outages in Hawaii, and the spread of tropical diseases in Europe.

Latest on Tropical

• Tropical depression heads toward northern Vietnam, expected to gain strength
• More than 180,000 without power in Hawaii, 100 homes damaged as Lala weakens to tropical storm
• Severe tropical storm Chan-hom makes landfall near Tokyo
• Tropical Diseases Like Dengue Fever and Chikungunya Are on the Rise in Europe
• Tropical depression near Philippines forecast to become storm before entering East Sea
• Weather Optics: Unpacking Tropical Storm Bertha’s Impact on Freight

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