The storm’s heavy rain in mid-February 2023 has added to an unusually wet start to the year.
Published Feb 14, 2023
The storm is the second category 5 in the South Pacific this year.
Published Dec 16, 2020
The category 5 storm wreaked havoc on the small island nation in the South Pacific.
Published Apr 6, 2020Image of the Day Atmosphere Land Water Severe Storms Human Presence Remote Sensing
Low Sun angles enhance certain wavelengths of light, painting the atmosphere over a distant patch of ocean.
Published Sep 12, 2019
The tropical cyclone was one of the strongest on record to make a direct hit on Tongapatu.
Published Feb 16, 2018Image of the Day Atmosphere Land Severe Storms Human Presence
It is rare for a powerful tropical cyclone to hit Tonga.
Published Feb 12, 2018
The cyclone spun southeastward across the South Pacific, threading the islands of New Caledonia and Vanuatu.
Published May 9, 2017
The cyclone delivered strong winds and heavy rain to Vanuatu and New Caledonia.
Published Apr 10, 2017
The menacing storm is predicted to reach the island nation with category 4 winds.
Published Feb 20, 2016
