Three Tropical Cyclones Simultaneously Strike the South Pacific

The South Pacific region is experiencing exceptional weather activity with the simultaneous formation of three tropical cyclones, according to scientists.

Data shows that cyclones Rai, Sero, and Alfred coincide with the peak of cyclone season, which extends from November to April. While this phenomenon is rare, it is not unlikely during this period.

Brian Tang, an atmospheric science specialist at the University at Albany, explains that observing three simultaneous cyclones is relatively common in the North Atlantic during September. However, in the South Pacific, it indicates intense atmospheric activity, though it is not an unprecedented event.

Tang notes that the last time the region experienced similar activity was in January 2021, when cyclones Lucas, Ana, and Bina formed. However, Bina’s classification as a Category 1 cyclone was not officially confirmed at the time.