Major Hurricane Calvin Track Map & Archive

Dissipated

Local time · Active from 09 Jul 2023 23:00 GMT-7 to 19 Jul 2023 07:00 GMT-11

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Estimated Storm Impact Analysis

Real-time analysis of population and infrastructure exposure within the storm's wind field.

Radius: ~600 km
👥 Estimated Population at Risk
13.84Mpeople
🏥 Hospitals & Medical Centers
252facilities
🏕️ Evacuation Shelters & Centers
769centers
🏫 Schools & Critical Infrastructure
1846buildings
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Basic Information

Peak Category

Tropical Storm

Minimum Pressure

953 hPa

Maximum Wind Speed

202 km/h

Region

East Pacific

Key Events

Formation

09 Jul 2023 23:00 GMT-7

10.4°N, -98.0°E

Dissipation

19 Jul 2023 07:00 GMT-11

17.9°N, -157.7°E

Frequently Asked Questions about Calvin

No, Calvin is no longer active. It dissipated or transitioned into an extratropical cyclone on 2023-07-19T18:00:00.000Z.
Calvin formed on 2023-07-10T06:00:00.000Z and dissipated on 2023-07-19T18:00:00.000Z, reaching a peak intensity of tropical_storm.

Storm Timeline

Calvin at 17.9°N, 157.7°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 65 km/h (40 mph)

Calvin at 17.8°N, 156.8°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 68 km/h (42 mph)

Calvin at 17.7°N, 155.9°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 72 km/h (45 mph)

Calvin at 17.7°N, 155.1°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 79 km/h (49 mph)

Calvin at 17.7°N, 154.3°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 83 km/h (52 mph)

Calvin at 17.8°N, 153.3°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 86 km/h (53 mph)

Calvin at 17.8°N, 152.3°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 90 km/h (56 mph)

Calvin at 17.7°N, 151.3°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 86 km/h (53 mph)

Calvin at 17.6°N, 150.4°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 83 km/h (52 mph)

Calvin at 17.5°N, 149.5°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 79 km/h (49 mph)

Super Typhoon Calvin: A Retrospective Analysis of the 2023 Storm

Formation and Meteorological History

Super Typhoon Calvin originated from a tropical disturbance east of the Philippines in early July 2023. Rapidly intensifying, it became a Category 5-equivalent storm on the Saffir-Simpson scale, with sustained winds exceeding 160 mph. The storm tracked northwestward, passing near Guam and later curving toward Japan.

Impact and Damages

  • Guam: Calvin brought devastating winds and flooding, causing widespread power outages and structural damage. Over 20 inches of rain fell in some areas, leading to landslides and road closures.
  • Japan: The storm made landfall in Kyushu as a Category 2 typhoon, causing severe flooding, landslides, and at least 10 fatalities. Agricultural losses exceeded $500 million.
  • Philippines: Although Calvin did not directly hit, enhanced monsoon rains triggered flooding in Luzon, displacing thousands.
  • Other Regions: Minor impacts were reported in Taiwan and South Korea, with gusty winds and heavy rain.

Government Response and Relief Efforts

  • Guam: The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) deployed resources for power restoration and water supply. The local government issued evacuation orders and opened shelters.
  • Japan: The Japan Meteorological Agency issued early warnings, and the Self-Defense Forces conducted rescue operations. The government allocated emergency funds for recovery.
  • International Aid: The United Nations and Red Cross provided assistance to affected communities.

Conclusion

Super Typhoon Calvin highlighted the increasing intensity of tropical cyclones due to climate change. Improved forecasting and preparedness mitigated some impacts, but the storm underscored the need for resilient infrastructure in vulnerable regions.