1995 Pacific hurricane season facts for kids
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| First storm formed | May 21, 1995 |
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| Last storm dissipated | September 26, 1995 |
| Strongest storm | Juliette - 930 mbar – |
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| Total fatalities | 124 direct |
| Total damage | $31 million (1995 USD) ($41 million, 2006 USD) |
| seasons 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 |
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The 1995 Pacific hurricane season was a period when tropical storms and hurricanes formed in the Pacific Ocean. This year was one of the quietest for storms since 1979. Out of eleven tropical cyclones that formed, four of them reached land. The most important storm of the season was Hurricane Ismael. It caused many problems and affected many people in Mexico. The strongest hurricane was Hurricane Juliette, with winds up to 150 mph (240 km/h).
About the 1995 Hurricane Season
The 1995 Pacific hurricane season officially started on May 15, 1995, in the eastern Pacific. It began on June 1, 1995, in the central Pacific. The season ended on November 30, 1995. These dates are chosen because most tropical cyclones usually form during this time.
Storms in 1995
During this season, eleven tropical cyclones formed. Ten of these became tropical storms. Seven storms grew strong enough to be called hurricanes. Three of these hurricanes became "major hurricanes." A major hurricane is a very powerful storm. The total number of tropical storms was much lower than average. The number of hurricanes and major hurricanes was also a bit below average.
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Images for kids
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Tropical Depression Erick (left) and Tropical Storm Flossie (bottom-center) on August 7
See also
In Spanish: Temporada de huracanes en el Pacífico de 1995 para niños
