An Unusual Cyclone Season

This season really made scientists rethink where tropical cyclones can form and how strong they can get in unusual areas. Before this season, no tropical or subtropical cyclones have ever developed or affected these areas. Scientists believe that global warming is the cause of this turmoil. Without further ado, let's get into the most bizarre thing you'll ever find on this website!

Cyclone Guara

On January 13th, a tropical depression formed off the coast of Brazil. The depression intensified into Tropical Storm Guara. Guara rapidly intensified from a tropical storm to a major cyclone within 24 hours. On January 15th, Cyclone Guara peaked with winds of 130 mph. The storm made landfall 24 hours later in Sao Paulo, Brazil with winds of 115 mph. Guara rapidly weakened inland, and dissipated by January 17th. Guara killed 24 people in Sao Paulo and caused up to $200 million dollars in damages. Due to the severity of the storm, the name Guara was retired and the replacement is currently unknown.