Meteorology

Typhoon Warning

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

Typhoon Warning 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 Typhoon Warning?

In this glossary, Typhoon Warning 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 Typhoon Warning used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "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."

Why does Typhoon Warning matter in maritime?

Typhoon Warning 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 Typhoon Warning?

Typhoon Warning is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Typhoon Warning belong to?

In this glossary, Typhoon Warning 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.

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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