What was the peak intensity of Belal?

Belal achieved maximum sustained winds of approximately 162 km/h (87 kt / 101 mph) and a minimum central pressure of approximately 970 hPa.

Did Belal affect Saint-Denis?

Historical track data shows Belal passed within approximately 11 km of Saint-Denis, indicating the area experienced high-risk weather impacts.

Did Belal affect Port Louis?

Belal passed approximately 161 km from Port Louis. Outer rainbands and gusty winds likely affected the area.

Did Belal affect Toamasina?

Belal passed approximately 433 km away from Toamasina. Historical data indicates minimal direct weather impact on Toamasina.

Belal developed over warm ocean waters under conditions of high atmospheric moisture and low vertical wind shear.

Typhoon Belal Track Map & Archive

Dissipated

Local time · Active from 11 Jan 2024 22:00 GMT+4 to 23 Jan 2024 10:00 GMT+4

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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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AI Historical Storm Matches

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MAX: 166 m/s

MIN: 950 hPa

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MAX: 151 m/s

MIN: 975 hPa

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MIN: 974 hPa

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Basic Information

Peak Category

Extratropical Cyclone

Minimum Pressure

970 hPa

Maximum Wind Speed

162 km/h

Region

Indian Ocean

Key Events

Formation

11 Jan 2024 22:00 GMT+4

12.4°S, 59.0°E

Dissipation

23 Jan 2024 10:00 GMT+4

33.5°S, 55.3°E

Frequently Asked Questions about Belal

No, Belal is no longer active. It dissipated or transitioned into an extratropical cyclone on 2024-01-23T06:00:00.000Z.

Belal formed on 2024-01-11T18:00:00.000Z and dissipated on 2024-01-23T06:00:00.000Z, reaching a peak intensity of Extratropical Cyclone.

Key Meteorological Milestones

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Genesis & Initial Classification

Tropical Depression

📅 11 Jan 2024 18:00 (11 Jan 2024 22:00 GMT+4)🌐 12.4°S, 59.0°E🏛️ Official

Wind Speed36 km/h (19 kt)

Pressure1006 hPa

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Named Storm Upgrade (TS)

Tropical Storm

📅 12 Jan 2024 15:00 (12 Jan 2024 19:00 GMT+4)🌐 13.5°S, 56.5°E🏛️ Official

Wind Speed65 km/h (35 kt)

Pressure1003 hPa

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System Regeneration / Re-intensification

Tropical Storm

📅 13 Jan 2024 00:00 (13 Jan 2024 04:00 GMT+4)🌐 14.6°S, 55.8°E🏛️ Official

Wind Speed65 km/h (35 kt)

Pressure997 hPa

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Peak Lifetime Intensity (LMI)

Category 1

📅 14 Jan 2024 18:00 (14 Jan 2024 22:00 GMT+4)🌐 20.1°S, 53.8°E🏛️ Official

Wind Speed137 km/h (74 kt)

Pressure968 hPa

📉 Pressure Drop-38 hPa

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Extratropical Transition (Post-Tropical)

Extratropical Cyclone

📅 23 Jan 2024 06:00 (23 Jan 2024 10:00 GMT+4)🌐 33.5°S, 55.3°E🏛️ Official

Wind Speed43 km/h (23 kt)

Pressure1005 hPa

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