Typhoon

: Interactions between warm, moist air and cooler, dry air masses over warm ocean waters [14, 19].

: Winds exceeding 115 mph (185 km/h) [15, 22]. Some agencies like the Joint Typhoon Warning Center use higher thresholds for "Super Typhoon" status, typically at least 150 mph [22, 23]. Formation and Seasonality typhoon

: Winds between 39–73 mph (63–118 km/h) [17, 22]. : Interactions between warm, moist air and cooler,

A typhoon is a powerful, rapidly rotating storm system that forms over warm tropical waters in the [17, 19, 34]. It is the regional name for a tropical cyclone, characterized by a low-pressure center, strong winds, and heavy rain [11, 17, 33]. Recent Major Activity (Current Events) Formation and Seasonality : Winds between 39–73 mph

: While they can occur year-round, most activity happens between July and November , with a peak in late August to early September [19, 27]. Historical and Economic Impact

: It caused extensive damage across the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and the Northern Mariana Islands , particularly Saipan and Tinian [6, 9, 10].