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Record 1 2007-01-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Atmospheric Physics
DEF

A violent squally wind from north or north-northeast in the Gulf of Tehuantepec (south of southern Mexico) in winter.

CONT

Tehuantepecer ... originates in the Gulf of Mexico as a norther that crosses the isthmus and blows through the gap between the Mexican and Guatemalan mountains. It may be felt up to 160 km (100 miles) out to sea.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique de l'atmosphère
DEF

Vent violent du nord ou du nord-nord-est dans le golfe de Tehuantepec au Mexique en hiver.

Spanish

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