Meteorology

Avviso Tifone

Highest-level tropical-cyclone warning issued by JMA or PAGASA for winds ≥64 kt, heavy seas and extreme storm surge threatening coastal and open-sea areas.

Quick answer: Highest-level tropical-cyclone warning issued by JMA or PAGASA for winds ≥64 kt, heavy seas and extreme storm surge threatening coastal and open-sea areas.

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Quick answer

Highest-level tropical-cyclone warning issued by JMA or PAGASA for winds ≥64 kt, heavy seas and extreme storm surge threatening coastal and open-sea areas.

Why it matters

Avviso Tifone 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

What is Avviso Tifone?

In this glossary, Avviso Tifone refers to: Highest-level tropical-cyclone warning issued by JMA or PAGASA for winds ≥64 kt, heavy seas and extreme storm surge threatening coastal and open-sea areas.

How is Avviso Tifone used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Guardia Costiera Giapponese: Avviso Tifone per il Mar di Okinawa—centro 24°N 127°E in movimento NW 12 kt; venti 70 kt raggio 40 NM, mare 12 m, tutte le navi cerchino rifugio e mantengano ascolto continuo NAVTEX."

Why does Avviso Tifone matter in maritime?

Avviso Tifone 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 Avviso Tifone?

Avviso Tifone is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Avviso Tifone belong to?

In this glossary, Avviso Tifone 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

Highest-level tropical-cyclone warning issued by JMA or PAGASA for winds ≥64 kt, heavy seas and extreme storm surge threatening coastal and open-sea areas.

Operational example

Japan Coast Guard broadcast: Typhoon Warning for Sea of Okinawa—centre 24°N 127°E moving northwest 12 kt; winds 70 kt radius 40 NM, sea 12 m, all vessels advised to seek shelter and maintain continuous watch on NAVTEX.

Localized term

Avviso Tifone

Localized example

Guardia Costiera Giapponese: Avviso Tifone per il Mar di Okinawa—centro 24°N 127°E in movimento NW 12 kt; venti 70 kt raggio 40 NM, mare 12 m, tutte le navi cerchino rifugio e mantengano ascolto continuo NAVTEX.

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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