Tropical Storm Sam (1999)
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Severe Tropical Storm Sam, also known in the Philippines as Tropical Storm Luding, was a relatively strong storm that formed in August 1999. It brought severe impacts to the Philippines and southeastern China, causing 20 deaths.
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Meteorological history | |
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Formed | August 17, 1999 |
Extratropical | August 22, 1999 |
Dissipated | August 27, 1999 |
Severe tropical storm | |
10-minute sustained (JMA) | |
Highest winds | 100 km/h (65 mph) |
Lowest pressure | 980 hPa (mbar); 28.94 inHg |
Category 1-equivalent tropical cyclone | |
1-minute sustained (SSHWS/JTWC) | |
Highest winds | 140 km/h (85 mph) |
Overall effects | |
Fatalities | 20 total |
Damage | $35 million |
Areas affected | Philippines, South China |
Part of the 1999 Pacific typhoon season |
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