Hurricane Klaus (2017)

Hurricane Klaus was a hurricane that affected Bird Island.

Retirement
Due to the storm's impacts in Bird Island, the Doge Nation requested that the name Klaus be retired. World Meteorological Organization retired the name Klaus. The name was replaced by Kyle for the 2023 season.

Criticism of Retirement
Some experts, including Doge meteorologists, have criticized the storm's retirement. They pointed out that Hurricane Andrew just a few months earlier was far more devastating for Bird Island. Despite this, the name remains retired.