Why Hurricanes Can't Cross the Equator | World Facts Unraveled

Each year, an average of ten tropical storms develop over the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico. Many of these remain over the ocean. Six of these storms become hurricanes each year. In an average 3-year period, roughly five hurricanes strike the United States coastline, killing approximately 50 to 100 people anywhere from Texas to Maine. Of these, two are typically major hurricanes (winds greater than 110 mph).

Typical hurricanes are about 300 miles wide although they can vary considerably in size.

[feliciagaffney]

I also feel like you missed a good point when discussing how things spin in opposite directions in the northern hemisphere vs the southern... to tell how on the equator, there is no spin. When you flush the toilet, or let the tub/sink water drain, it goes straight down the drain, no spinning.

[feliciagaffney]

You need to hire better writers. There is no need for constantly repeating the same statements.

[constancewilkinson]

God is on the throne. His name is JESUS. Read the WORD