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Tropical Cyclone Surface Wind Field


Updated 18 April 2008

Contents

  1. Overview
  2. Product Description
  3. Methodology
  4. Availability
  5. Examples
  6. Feedback and Comments

1. Overview

Note:  This product has become operational beginning with the 2009 hurricane season.

For 2008, NHC is introducing the experimental Tropical Cyclone Surface Wind Field graphic. This graphic shows the areas potentially being affected by the sustained winds of tropical cyclones. It also shows an approximate representation of coastal areas under tropical cyclone watches and/or warnings.

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