tropical storm

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In August 1977, humidity and heat from a tropical storm was blamed for killing 725 dairy cows in Chino.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

A tropical storm has exacerbated conditions, and the tolls in Indonesia and Thailand rank among the highest in floods in those countries in recent years.

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

A tropical storm has exacerbated conditions, and the tolls in Indonesia and Thailand rank among the highest in flooding events in those countries in recent years.

From Barron's • Nov. 29, 2025

The storm grew from a tropical storm to a major Category 4 hurricane in a day, fuelled by warmer than average sea temperatures.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

“Okay, that tropical storm is now officially Hurricane Adelaide. They say it’ll hit us in a few days. Or it could turn east and head out to sea.”

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein