WMO established naming conventions used by the NHC, noting that strikes in the region prompt name retirements.
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Updated Aug 27
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What happened
WMO established naming conventions used by the NHC, noting that strikes in the region prompt name retirements.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The World Meteorological Organization sets naming procedures for storm systems, involving Tropical Storm Dolly.Sub-event
WMO and NOAA share responsibility for naming conventions and weather monitoring, citing a retired meteorologist.1 source
- With NWS advisories active in North Carolina, discussions are underway regarding naming conventions for storms affecting the region, including mentions of Harding and Hunt.Sub-event
WMO sets naming conventions used by NHC, prompting name retirements due to strikes in the region.1 source
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The entities involved
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National Hurricane Center
division of the United States' National Weather Service
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World Meteorological Organization
specialized agency of the United Nations for meteorology
Related events
- The WMO has begun providing a rotating list of storm names for systems affecting the Windward Islands.
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- The National Hurricane Center is a division of the National Weather Service, and NWS expertise is utilized by KTLA broadcasts.
- The National Hurricane Center designated a storm on August 25, 2026.
- The World Meteorological Organization established naming conventions that honor past figures since 1991.