Meteorology

Vent de Force Ouragan

Wind of Beaufort scale 12 (≥ 64 kn) producing phenomenal seas; reported in Metarea bulletins as force 12.

Quick answer: Wind of Beaufort scale 12 (≥ 64 kn) producing phenomenal seas; reported in Metarea bulletins as force 12.

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Quick answer

Wind of Beaufort scale 12 (≥ 64 kn) producing phenomenal seas; reported in Metarea bulletins as force 12.

Why it matters

Vent de Force Ouragan matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Vent de Force Ouragan?

In this glossary, Vent de Force Ouragan refers to: Wind of Beaufort scale 12 (≥ 64 kn) producing phenomenal seas; reported in Metarea bulletins as force 12.

How is Vent de Force Ouragan used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "La station météo océanique I signale un vent de force ouragan 270 degrés à 70 nœuds, vagues supérieures à seize mètres, visibilité faible."

Why does Vent de Force Ouragan matter in maritime?

Vent de Force Ouragan matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Vent de Force Ouragan?

Vent de Force Ouragan is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Vent de Force Ouragan belong to?

In this glossary, Vent de Force Ouragan is grouped under Meteorology. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

Wind of Beaufort scale 12 (≥ 64 kn) producing phenomenal seas; reported in Metarea bulletins as force 12.

Operational example

Ocean Weather Station I reports hurricane force wind two-seven-zero degrees at 70 knots, waves over sixteen metres, visibility poor.

Localized term

Vent de Force Ouragan

Localized example

La station météo océanique I signale un vent de force ouragan 270 degrés à 70 nœuds, vagues supérieures à seize mètres, visibilité faible.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Meteorology

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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