In what regions are tropical revolving storms primarily classified as hurricanes?

Tropical revolving storms are primarily classified as hurricanes in the Caribbean and the Americas. This classification applies specifically to storms that form over warm ocean waters and gain strength, creating powerful wind systems characterized by low pressure at their center.

The term "hurricane" is used in these regions to denote storms that meet specific criteria for tropical cyclones, characterized by sustained winds of 74 mph (119 km/h) or higher. In the context of global tropical cyclone terminology, other regions have different names for equivalent storms. For instance, they are referred to as typhoons in the Northwest Pacific, and in the South Pacific and Indian Ocean, they generally are called tropical cyclones.

This regional naming convention highlights the influence of geography on the classification of these intense weather systems. The impact of hurricanes in the Caribbean and the Americas has significant consequences on weather patterns, ecosystems, and human communities, making their study and understanding particularly important in those areas.