2001 Pacific hurricane season facts for kids
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| First storm formed | 25 May 2001 |
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| Last storm dissipated | November 3, 2001 |
| Strongest storm | Juliette - 923 mbar, 145 mph (125 knots) – |
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| Total fatalities | 9 |
| Total damage | $12 million ({{{Year}}} USD) |
| seasons 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
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The 2001 Pacific hurricane season was a time when tropical storms and hurricanes formed in the eastern and central parts of the Pacific Ocean. This season officially began on May 15, 2001, for the eastern Pacific and on June 1, 2001, for the central Pacific. It ended on November 30, 2001. These dates are when most of these powerful weather systems usually form. The very first storm of the season appeared on May 25, and the last one faded away on November 3.
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About the 2001 Hurricane Season
The 2001 Pacific hurricane season was not known for having many very strong or damaging storms. However, some storms did reach impressive strengths.
Strongest Storms
Two hurricanes, named Adolph and Juliette, became quite powerful. They both reached Category 4 strength on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale. This means they had very strong winds, but they mostly stayed over the open ocean.
Hurricane Juliette's Impact
Juliette was the only hurricane to make landfall during this season. It hit the Baja California peninsula as a weaker Category 1 hurricane. Even though it was weaker by then, it still caused some problems. Sadly, two people lost their lives because of this storm.
Images for kids
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Hurricane Gil (left) and Tropical Storm Henriette (right) on September 7
See also
- Tropical cyclone - Learn more about what tropical cyclones are.
- Hurricane - Discover more about hurricanes.
In Spanish: Temporada de huracanes en el Pacífico de 2001 para niños
