Tropical Cyclone Report 1985.
Abstract
This annual report is prepared by the staff of the Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC), a combined USAF/USN organization. The mission of the JTWC is multi-faceted and includes: 1. Continuous monitoring of all tropical weather activity in the Northern and Southern hemispheres, from 180 degrees longitude westward to the east coast of Africa, and the prompt issuance of appropriate advisories and alerts when tropical cyclone development is anticipated. 2. Issuing warnings on all significant tropical cyclones in the above area of responsibility. 3. Determination of reconnaissance requirements for tropical cyclone surveillance and assignment of appropriate priorities. 4. Post-storm analysis of all significant tropical cyclones occurring within the western North Pacific and North Indian Oceans, which includes an in-depth analysis of tropical cyclones of note and all typhoons. A summary of the South Pacific and South Indian Ocean significant tropical cyclones for 1 July 1984 30 June 1985 are included.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA168284