Tropical Storm Cristobal (2002) facts for kids
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Satellite image of Tropical Storm Cristobal
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| Formed | August 5, 2002 |
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| Dissipated | August 8, 2002 |
| Highest winds | 1-minute sustained: 50 mph (85 km/h) |
| Lowest pressure | 999 mbar (hPa); 29.5 inHg |
| Fatalities | 3 indirect |
| Damage | Minimal |
| Areas affected | Bermuda, New York |
| Part of the 2002 Atlantic hurricane season | |
Tropical Storm Cristobal was a powerful weather system that formed in August 2002. For most of its journey, it stayed far from land. But as the storm faded, its leftover parts brought rain and strong winds to Bermuda. It also created dangerous ocean conditions that sadly led to three people drowning near Long Island. Luckily, the storm caused very little damage to buildings or property.
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How Tropical Storm Cristobal Formed and Moved
A new weather system, which later became Cristobal, started on August 5, 2002. It was about 175 miles (280 km) southeast of Charleston, South Carolina. The storm then began to move towards the southeast.
On August 6, the clouds and rain around the storm seemed to get weaker. However, the storm actually gained enough power to be officially named Tropical Storm Cristobal that same day.
Cristobal's Path and Strength
Tropical Storm Cristobal kept moving southeast after it was named. On August 7, it changed direction and turned towards the east. This is when Cristobal reached its strongest point. After that, it started to lose power.
Early on August 9, Tropical Storm Cristobal joined with another weather system. At this time, it was about 350 miles (560 km) southeast of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. What was left of the storm then passed near Newfoundland on August 10. The storm finally disappeared completely near Greenland on August 14.
Impacts of Tropical Storm Cristobal
Cristobal mostly stayed away from land while it was a strong tropical cyclone. However, after it weakened, its remaining parts still affected some areas.
Effects on Bermuda
The leftover storm brought rain and wind to Bermuda. The Bermuda International Airport recorded a wind gust of 45 mph (72 km/h). About 2.78 inches (71 mm) of rain fell in 24 hours, partly due to Cristobal.
Dangerous Waves in New York
Cristobal also caused strong rip currents and waves up to 4 feet (1.2 m) high. These dangerous conditions happened along the south shore of Long Island, New York. Sadly, three people drowned because of these rip currents. Two ships out in the ocean also reported strong winds from the storm.
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