Tropical Storm Ana facts for kids
The name Ana has been used for six tropical cyclones in the Atlantic Ocean. A tropical cyclone is a powerful rotating storm system that forms over warm ocean waters. So far, none of the storms named Ana have grown strong enough to become a hurricane.
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What is a Tropical Cyclone?
A tropical cyclone is a type of storm that forms over tropical or subtropical waters. It has a low-pressure center and many thunderstorms that produce strong winds and heavy rain. When these storms get stronger, they are called tropical depressions, then tropical storms, and finally hurricanes if they become very powerful.
Why Do Storms Get Names?
Storms are given names to make it easier to talk about them. This helps people track them and warn others when a storm is coming. Names also help avoid confusion when there is more than one storm happening at the same time. The names are chosen from a list that repeats every six years.
The Six Tropical Storms Named Ana
Here are the six tropical storms that have been named Ana in the Atlantic Ocean:
- Tropical Storm Ana (1979) (see 1979 Atlantic hurricane season)
- Tropical Storm Ana (1985) (see 1985 Atlantic hurricane season)
- Tropical Storm Ana (1991) (see 1991 Atlantic hurricane season)
- Tropical Storm Ana (1997) (see 1997 Atlantic hurricane season)
- Tropical Storm Ana (2003)
- Tropical Storm Ana (2009)
See also
- In Spanish: Tormenta tropical Ana para niños
