Tuesday 19 December 2006

Hurricane update - 19 December

Tropical cyclone Bondo is now barrelling down the Indian Ocean with winds of 90 knots (100 mph), 900 miles east of the northern tip of Madagascar. It will intensify further, with winds topping 105 knots, 120 mph, tomorrow. By which time Bondo will be passing close to the northern tip of Madagascar.

All detailed information on this cyclone is in French (which I understand), but below map shows what's going on. The group of islands close to the northern cape appears to be in particular danger, as is the archipelago of the Comoros. Bondo will weaken after passing Madagascar, but is still expected to pack hurricane force winds.



1 comment:

  1. Gee Guido what a fascinating map!
    Anyhow I hope that it will not devastate many people! thanks!
    natalie

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