Hurricane core
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006299
The central region of a hurricane, encompassing the eye and the surrounding eyewall, where the most intense weather phenomena occur. The eye is characterized by calm winds and clear skies, while the eyewall contains the strongest winds and heaviest rainfall. This core region is where the storm's energy is concentrated.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-006299 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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