(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Storms, powerful natural forces, wreak havoc globally, but certain regions face these threats more frequently. These areas endure numerous storms annually due to specific geographical and climatic conditions. Understanding these locations helps in global preparedness
![Global Storm Tracker: 7 places that brace the highest number of storms]()
7 places in the world that brace the highest number of storms
![Northwest Pacific Basin]()
Northwest Pacific Basin experiences most tropical cyclones, averaging 26 typhoons annually. Philippines, Japan, and China face destructive storms due to region's warm ocean waters
![Atlantic Basin]()
The Atlantic Basin, particularly Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, sees around 12 named storms each year. This area, including the southeastern United States, is a hotspot for hurricanes
![Bay of Bengal]()
The Bay of Bengal witnesses severe cyclones, with an average of 5 annually. Coastal regions of India, Bangladesh, Myanmar are most affected, facing catastrophic winds and floods
![Eastern Pacific Basin]()
The Eastern Pacific Basin, especially the coasts of Mexico and Central America, experiences around 15 tropical storms annually. These storms often form off the western coast
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The South Pacific Basin, including Fiji, Vanuatu, faces about 9 tropical cyclones yearly. The region's warm waters, weather patterns create environment where storms develop
![Northern Indian Ocean]()
The Northern Indian Ocean, particularly the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, sees around 5 to 7 cyclones each year. These storms impact countries like India, Sri Lanka, and Oman
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The Australian region, covering Indian Ocean to Pacific, endures approximately 10 tropical cyclones annually. Northern Australia is especially vulnerable
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