Name That "Storm"
During the month of May, a list of hurricane names for the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific regions are provided to the general public.
The list consist of alphabetized male and female names.
When we take a close look, notice that the Atlantic listing eliminates the letters Q, U, X, Y and Z due to the lack of available names.
The Eastern Pacific region accommodates these alphabets and rotates the given names every other season.
When a hurricane presents itself and causes mass destruction in a defined area, the name is eliminated and will not be used in future listings.
Distinguishing storms by name is quite necessary due to multiple activity rotating in various directions at sea.
Back in the olden days, names were a bit more subtle that those of the 21st century and their interpretation will vary based on its' origin ranging from Biblical times, the English, Spanish, Latin, Greek and Hebrew meaning.
Hurricanes and tropical storms will produce activity rapidly and everyone should be prepared and follow directions when your weather alert radio siren announces specific warnings.
For the record, did these storms live up to its' reputation? Were they wild, furious, mild or meek? Lets' take a look at the top 5 storm names that have moved through the area as a hurricane or down graded to a tropical event during the 2009 season.
Atlantic Names Ana - Oh gracious one Bill - The conqueror, protector Claudette - The disabled one Danny - Will only be judged by one, "God" Erika - Oh honorable ruler of all Eastern Pacific Names Andres - A courageous sole, warrior Blanca - Pure and innocent Carlos - Yet he be strong and mighty Dolores - Constantly troubled with grief Enrique - Rules the home with dignity Names that are given to us at birth can be viewed in the same manner and will carry true meaning that will defines ones reputation.
We will take a look at the next 5 hurricane names in an upcoming article.
The list consist of alphabetized male and female names.
When we take a close look, notice that the Atlantic listing eliminates the letters Q, U, X, Y and Z due to the lack of available names.
The Eastern Pacific region accommodates these alphabets and rotates the given names every other season.
When a hurricane presents itself and causes mass destruction in a defined area, the name is eliminated and will not be used in future listings.
Distinguishing storms by name is quite necessary due to multiple activity rotating in various directions at sea.
Back in the olden days, names were a bit more subtle that those of the 21st century and their interpretation will vary based on its' origin ranging from Biblical times, the English, Spanish, Latin, Greek and Hebrew meaning.
Hurricanes and tropical storms will produce activity rapidly and everyone should be prepared and follow directions when your weather alert radio siren announces specific warnings.
For the record, did these storms live up to its' reputation? Were they wild, furious, mild or meek? Lets' take a look at the top 5 storm names that have moved through the area as a hurricane or down graded to a tropical event during the 2009 season.
Atlantic Names Ana - Oh gracious one Bill - The conqueror, protector Claudette - The disabled one Danny - Will only be judged by one, "God" Erika - Oh honorable ruler of all Eastern Pacific Names Andres - A courageous sole, warrior Blanca - Pure and innocent Carlos - Yet he be strong and mighty Dolores - Constantly troubled with grief Enrique - Rules the home with dignity Names that are given to us at birth can be viewed in the same manner and will carry true meaning that will defines ones reputation.
We will take a look at the next 5 hurricane names in an upcoming article.