JOURNAL ARTICLE

It's the Time of Year for Cape Verde Hurricanes, the Longest and Most Powerful Storms.

  • Published In: Claims Journal, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Collins, Jeffrey 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Cape Verde storms, which are hurricanes that typically form from thunderstorms moving off the African continent into the Atlantic Ocean. These storms are particularly dangerous, as approximately 85% of major hurricanes (Category 3 and higher) originate from this region, although less than 10% make landfall in the U.S. The conditions for their formation are most favorable in August and September, requiring warm ocean waters and light winds. The article also highlights the historical significance of notable Cape Verde hurricanes, including the 1900 Galveston Hurricane and Hurricane Irma in 2017, which have had devastating impacts on various U.S. states. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Claims Journal. 2025/08, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:187524752
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