orkaane

Orkaane is a term with origins in the Taíno language, used by indigenous peoples of the Caribbean to refer to a powerful storm. In modern usage, it is often synonymous with hurricane, a type of tropical cyclone characterized by a rotating system of clouds and thunderstorms that originates over tropical or subtropical waters and possesses a closed low-level circulation.

These storms are fueled by warm ocean waters and can bring destructive winds, heavy rainfall, and significant storm surge. The term "orkaane" specifically evokes the intense and often devastating nature of these meteorological events. While the scientific community primarily uses the terms hurricane, typhoon, or tropical cyclone depending on geographical location, the word orkaane persists in some contexts, particularly in discussions related to historical weather events or cultural descriptions of storms in the Caribbean region. The energy and destructive potential associated with these storms are central to the meaning of the word.