What is Typhoon Warning?
Typhoon Warning Highest-level tropical-cyclone warning issued by JMA or PAGASA for winds ≥64 kt, heavy seas and extreme storm surge threatening coastal and open-sea areas.
Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG
How is “Typhoon Warning” Used in Practice?
Japan Coast Guard broadcast: Typhoon Warning for Sea of Okinawa—centre 24°N 127°E moving northwest 12 kt; winds 70 kt radius 40 NM, sea 12 m, all vessels advised to seek shelter and maintain continuous watch on NAVTEX.
Certification Exam Relevance
Who Needs to Know This Term?
- Deck Officers
- Engine Officers
- Masters
Learn “Typhoon Warning” Free with Termify
Master Typhoon Warning and 4,071+ professional terms with native pronunciation, IPA transcriptions and career quizzes. 100% free, forever.
Download Free for iOSFrequently Asked Questions
What is Typhoon Warning?
Highest-level tropical-cyclone warning issued by JMA or PAGASA for winds ≥64 kt, heavy seas and extreme storm surge threatening coastal and open-sea areas.
Where can I learn this term for free?
Termify is a 100% free professional English app that teaches Typhoon Warning and 4,071+ other industry terms with native pronunciation, IPA transcriptions and career quizzes. Available on iOS in 23 languages. No subscription, no credit card required.
Last updated: