What is the eye of a hurricane? How does it form?
The eye is the center and rotational axis point of a hurricane. Typically, the eye has a diameter of 20 to 40 miles, is relatively calm and is surrounded by the most intense part of a hurricane, known as the eyewall. As a hurricane rotates, centrifugal force prohibits the winds convergence at the center, causing the formation of the eye. When is hurricane season? Hurricane season for the Atlantic Ocean is officially from June 1 to Nov. 30. The season for the Eastern Pacific Ocean typically runs from May 15 through Nov. 30. Although most hurricanes occur during these date ranges, it is possible to have a hurricane at any time of the year. What is the difference between a hurricane watch and a hurricane warning? A hurricane watch is issued when the threat of hurricane conditions are possible within 24 to 36 hours. A hurricane warning is issued when actual hurricane conditions are expected within 24 hours. Why are hurricanes given names? Who decides? Hurricanes (and tropical storms) are g
