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Hurricane Carlotta (2000)
Category 4 Pacific hurricane in 2000 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Hurricane Carlotta was the most powerful hurricane of the 2000 Pacific hurricane season. The third tropical cyclone of the season, Carlotta developed from a tropical wave on June 18 about 270 miles (430 km) southeast off the coast of Mexico. With favorable conditions for development, it strengthened steadily at first, followed by a period of rapid deepening to peak winds of 155 mph (249 km/h) on June 22. Cooler waters caused Carlotta to gradually weaken, and on June 25 it degenerated into a remnant area of low pressure while located about 260 miles (420 km) west-southwest of Cabo San Lucas.
![]() Hurricane Carlotta after peak intensity on June 21 | |
Meteorological history | |
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Formed | June 18, 2000 (2000-06-18) |
Dissipated | June 25, 2000 (2000-06-26) |
Category 4 major hurricane | |
1-minute sustained (SSHWS/NWS) | |
Highest winds | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
Lowest pressure | 932 mbar (hPa); 27.52 inHg |
Overall effects | |
Fatalities | 18 direct |
Damage | Minimal |
Areas affected | Mexico |
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Part of the 2000 Pacific hurricane season |
The hurricane produced heavy rainfall and rough surf along the southwest coast of Mexico, though no serious damage was reported. A Lithuanian freighter traversing through the peak of the hurricane was lost after experiencing an engine failure; its crew of 18 was presumed killed.