What is a Cyclone?

A cyclone is a powerful weather system characterized by rotating winds around a low-pressure center. Cyclones can develop over both oceans and land, and their impact varies based on location, size, and intensity. In the context of severe weather, cyclones are often associated with heavy rainfall, strong winds, and, in some cases, tornadoes.

Cyclones are categorized differently depending on their location. In the North Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, they are called hurricanes, while in the Northwest Pacific, they are referred to as typhoons. In the Indian Ocean and South Pacific, they are simply known as cyclones. Regardless of their name, these storms pose significant threats to structures and communities.

For homeowners in cyclone-prone areas, storm shelters and safe rooms provide critical protection from these powerful weather events. Underground shelters, as well as above-ground reinforced safe rooms, can offer safety from high winds, flying debris, and associated tornadoes that sometimes form within cyclonic systems.

Understanding the potential impact of cyclones and preparing with the right safety measures, including professionally installed storm shelters, is essential for safeguarding lives during these extreme weather events.