What are cyclones?

Cyclones are giant swirling storms that move across the ocean or land, bringing strong winds and heavy rain.

Imagine you're playing with a big plate in the bathtub, when you spin it around quickly, the water swirls around in a circle. Cyclones work kind of like that spinning plate, but on a much bigger scale. They form over warm oceans, where the air gets heated up and starts to rise. As this hot air rises, cooler air rushes in from all directions, creating a big spinning motion, just like your swirling water.

Once they're formed, cyclones can travel long distances, sometimes even across entire countries. They carry with them lots of rain and wind, which can cause floods or strong storms when they reach land.

Think of it as a giant, moving whirlpool in the sky, and you’re right in the middle of it!