Landfall

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-001508",
  "term": "Landfall",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The intersection of the surface center of a tropical cyclone with a coastline. Because\nthe strongest winds in a tropical cyclone are not located precisely at the center, it is\npossible for a cyclone's strongest winds to be experienced over land even if landfall\ndoes not occur. Similarly, it is possible for a tropical cyclone to make landfall and\nhave its strongest winds remain over the water. Compare direct hit, indirect hit, and\nstrike.",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/landfall/"
}