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The Fujiwhara Effect: Interaction of Tropical Cyclones

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David Tichopád
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The Fujiwhara effect is a remarkable atmospheric phenomenon describing the interaction of two nearby cyclonic vortices. First identified in 1921 by the Japanese meteorologist Sakuhei Fujiwhara, it occurs when two tropical cyclones approach each other within a distance of roughly 1,000–1,400 kilometres. Instead of following their original ... More >>

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