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| last system dissipated = Season ongoing
| first system formed = May 17, 2019
| total fatalities = 1,453 total
| total damage = $219 billion (2019 AC)
| five seasons = '''2019''', ''2020''
| articles = [[Arrocane Arlene]]</br>[[Arrocane Camille]]</br>[[Arrocane Florence]]
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| lowest pressure = 899 mbar (hPa; 26.55 inHg)
| total dp = 7
| total storms = 7
| total arrocanes = 4
| total marrocanes = 2
| record-storm = Strongest/most intense tropical cyclone ever recorded
| image caption = Season summary map
| image location = 2019_Ardonia_arrocane_season_summary_map_RD2.png
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The '''2050 Atlantic hurricane season''' was a highly active and destructive season that resulted in significant damage and loss of life across the Atlantic basin. The season officially began on '''June 13, 2050''', and ended on '''November 17, 2050'''. These dates conventionally delimit the period of each year when most tropical cyclones form in the Atlantic basin. However, tropical cyclone activity began earlier than usual, with '''[[Hurricane Achillean]]''' becoming the earliest '''Category 4''' hurricane on record in the Atlantic basin, forming in early June and striking '''Louisiana''' at peak intensity.
The '''2019 Ardonia arrocane season''' is the ongoing annual period in which tropical cyclones—known regionally as '''arrocanes'''—form in the '''Ardonian Ocean''' and adjacent waters. The season officially began on May 15 and will end on October 31, dates which conventionally mark the period when arrocanes are most likely to develop across the region. The season is monitored by the '''National Arrocane Center (NAC)''' in '''Ataraxia''', with local coordination provided by regional '''National Weather Service (NWS)''' offices across the continent.


The season featured several powerful and record-breaking storms, notably '''[[Hurricane Calhoun]]''', which became the '''second-costliest hurricane on record''' and the '''third deadliest''' in Atlantic history. Additionally, '''Hurricane Neptune''' ranked as the '''third-costliest hurricane''' ever recorded. The most intense system of the season was '''[[Hurricane Pixel]]''', which reached '''Category 5''' intensity on the '''[[Sharkius–Leaf scale]]''' with peak winds of '''220 mph (354 km/h)''' and a minimum pressure of '''868 mbar (hPa)'''. '''Pixel''' broke records as the '''most intense tropical cyclone ever recorded in history''', surpassing both '''Typhoon Tip''' and '''Hurricane Patricia''' in intensity. '''Pixel''' remains the '''strongest Atlantic hurricane''' on record, causing catastrophic damage across '''Florida''' and the '''Bahamas'''.
So far, the season has featured the formation of '''seven''' named systems:
* '''Arrocane Arlene''', a Category 5 cyclone and the strongest on record;
* '''Tropical Storm Beryl''', a compact storm that remained offshore;
* '''Arrocane Camille''', a high-end Category 2 landfalling storm;
* '''Tropical Storm Dennis''', a minimal open-ocean system;
* '''Arrocane Erika''', a Category 1 storm that remained over water; and  
* '''Arrocane Florence''', a Category 4 major arrocane that caused catastrophic impacts across western Ardonia.


The '''2050 season''' saw a total of '''21 tropical depressions''', '''20 named storms''', '''15 hurricanes''' (a record high, tied with '''2005'''), and '''7 major hurricanes''' (a record high, tied with '''2005''' and '''2020'''). The season's above-average activity was attributed to exceptionally warm sea surface temperatures and a strong '''La Niña''' pattern that fostered favorable atmospheric conditions for tropical cyclone development. With over '''266 ACE''' being generated, the season was classified as '''hyperactive'''. This season broke the record for the '''most ACE generated''' in a single season, surpassing '''1933'''.
'''Arlene''' caused unprecedented devastation across Cydonia and parts of southern Northwind, leaving over 1,300 dead and $158 billion in damages. '''Beryl''' remained over the open ocean but intensified rapidly into a strong tropical storm. '''Camille''' peaked at 100 mph and 973 mbar before striking Felden, killing 23 people and inflicting $16 billion in damage. '''Dennis''' stayed at sea and caused no reported damage or casualties.  


In addition to the powerful storms, several systems produced significant impacts across coastal and inland regions. Flooding from tropical storms like '''Damaris''' and '''Merrick''' caused widespread disruption, while the rapid intensification of storms such as '''Calhoun''' and '''Pixel''' highlighted the unpredictable and volatile nature of the season.
'''Erika''' formed south of Blade Island and reached 80 mph and 982 mbar before curving eastward and becoming extratropical, tying for the eighth-strongest arrocane on record. Though it never made landfall, Erika produced dangerous surf and elevated marine hazards along nearby coastlines.


The '''2050 season''' became the '''costliest hurricane season on record''', with total damages reaching '''$2.58 trillion (2050 USD)'''. It was also the '''deadliest Atlantic hurricane season''' in history, with '''57,123 fatalities''' reported. The devastation prompted renewed discussions on climate change's role in fueling extreme weather events, with meteorologists warning that future hurricane seasons could bring even stronger storms. As a result, coastal communities were urged to improve their resilience and disaster preparedness to mitigate potential impacts from increasingly intense hurricanes.
The most destructive storm after Arlene has been '''Arrocane Florence''', a rapidly intensifying Category 4 storm that slammed into western Conchord with peak winds of 150 mph and a pressure of 925 mbar. Florence caused widespread destruction through West Port, Deeproot, Fort Braymin, and Oakendale, killing 51 people and causing $45 billion in damage. It is the '''second-costliest storm''' on record in the basin.
 
With all '''seven systems''' forming prior to the end of June, early-season activity has been '''well above average'''. Warm waters and favorable upper-level patterns, fueled by the ongoing '''positive phase of the Southern Trade Oscillation (STO)''', continue to support tropical development. The '''western Ardonian Ocean''' remains '''3–6°C above average''', especially in deep oceanic heat content, while the '''eastern half''' is relatively cooler—limiting storm intensification in that region. This temperature contrast explains the weaker intensities of storms like Beryl, Dennis, and Erika compared to the powerful western cyclones.
 
As the season nears its peak, officials are urging continued vigilance across both coastal and inland regions. With its high fatality count and rapidly rising damage total, the 2019 season is already on track to become one of the most extreme in recorded history—possibly surpassing even the infamous 1865 season.
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==Seasonal forecasts==
==Seasonal forecasts==
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|+ style="color: black; text-align: center;" | '''Predictions for 2050 Atlantic hurricane season'''
|+ style="color: black; text-align: center;" | '''Predictions for 2019 Ardonia arrocane season'''
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| align="center" |'''Source'''
| align="center" |'''Source'''
| align="center" |'''Date'''
| align="center" |'''Date'''
| align="center" |'''<span style="font-size:80%;">Named<br />storm</span>'''
| align="center" |'''<span style="font-size:80%;">Named<br />storm</span>'''
| align="center" |'''<span style="font-size:80%;">Hurricanes</span>'''
| align="center" |'''<span style="font-size:80%;">Arrocanes</span>'''
| align="center" |'''<span style="font-size:80%;">Major<br />hurricanes</span>'''
| align="center" |'''<span style="font-size:80%;">Major<br />arrocanes</span>'''
| align="center" |'''<span style="font-size:80%;">Extreme<br />hurricanes</span>'''
| align="center" |'''<span style="font-size:80%;">Hypercanes</span>'''
|-
|-
|align="center" colspan="2"|''Average <span style="font-size: 80%;">(1991–2020)</span>'' || 14.4 || 7.2 || 3.2 || 0 || 0 ||
|align="center" colspan="2"|''Average <span style="font-size: 80%;">(1865)</span>'' || 13 || 5 || 3 ||
|-
|-
|align="center" colspan="2"|''Record high activity''
|align="center" colspan="2"|''Record high activity''
|30
|13
|15
|5
|7†
|3
|0
|0
|-
|-
|align="center" colspan="2"|''Record low activity''
|align="center" colspan="2"|''Record low activity''
|1
|13
|0†
|5
|0†
|3
|0
|0
|-
|-
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| colspan="7" style="text-align:center;"| <hr/>
|
|
|-
|-
| align="left" |TSR
| align="left" |<span style="text-shadow:0 0 2px black; color:black;">'''NAC'''</span>
| align="left" |December 15, 2049
| align="left" |March 31, 2019
|15
|16-20
|8-11
|3-6
|-
| align="left" |VW
| align="left" |May 16, 2019
|17
|10
|5
|-
| align="left" |T1X
| align="left" |May 16, 2019
|18
|12
|6
|-
| align="left" |<span style="text-shadow:0 0 2px red; color:red;">'''NAHC'''</span>
| align="left" |May 16, 2019
|18-22
|9-12
|1-4
|-
| align="left" |EX
| align="left" |May 16, 2019
|24
|9
|4
|-
| align="left" |NF
| align="left" |May 17, 2019
|17-21
|6-11
|2-4
|-
| align="left" |ECT
| align="left" |May 17, 2019
|20
|10
|4
|-
| align="left" |HDC
| align="left" |May 17, 2019
|17
|9
|4
|-
| align="left" |HA
| align="left" |May 17, 2019
|18
|9
|4
|-
| align="left" |<span style="text-shadow:0 0 2px black; color:black;">'''NAC'''</span>
| align="left" |May 19, 2019
|21-24
|13-17
|5-8
|-
| align="left" |VOLT
| align="left" |May 20, 2019
|18
|9
|3
|-
| align="left" |LA
| align="left" |May 21, 2019
|14
|7
|7
|3
|3
|0
|-
|0
| align="left" |<span style="text-shadow:0 0 2px black; color:black;">'''NAC'''</span>
| align="left" |June 2, 2019
|24-29
|14-17
|7-10
|-
| align="left" |VW
| align="left" |July 3, 2019
|24
|15
|8
|-
|-
| '''Actual activity'''<br />
| '''Actual activity'''<br />
|
|
|20
|6
|15
|4
|7
|2
|0
|0
|-
|-
|}
|}


Prior to the start of the season, several organizations released seasonal forecasts predicting the overall activity for the 2050 Atlantic hurricane season. These forecasts took into account various factors such as sea surface temperatures, atmospheric conditions, and the presence of El Niño or La Niña patterns.
Prior to the official start of the 2019 Arrocane season, multiple meteorological agencies across Ardonia issued forecasts anticipating a highly active year. The '''National Arrocane Center (NAC)''' released its first outlook on March 31, calling for 16 to 20 named storms, 8 to 11 arrocanes, and 3 to 6 major arrocanes. A revised outlook issued on May 19 significantly raised those numbers to 21 to 24 named storms, 13 to 17 arrocanes, and 5 to 8 major systems.


The '''Tropical Storm Risk (TSR)''' forecast, released on '''December 15, 2049''', predicted a slightly above-average season with '''15 named storms''', '''7 hurricanes''', and '''3 major hurricanes'''. At the time, no '''extreme hurricanes''' or '''hypercanes''' were anticipated.
Forecasts from other meteorological organizations varied, but nearly all signaled an above-average or near-record season. '''Voltage/Jordinium (VOLT)''' and '''Viewer (VW)''' projected 18 and 17 named storms respectively, while '''T1xfed (T1X)''' predicted up to 12 full arrocanes and 6 majors. The '''North Alisean Hurricane Center (NAHC)''' issued one of the highest early forecasts, predicting 18 to 22 named storms and 9 to 12 arrocanes.


TSR's conservative forecast stemmed from conflicting environmental signals. While '''sea surface temperatures (SSTs)''' across the Atlantic basin were recorded at '''1.2°C (2.2°F)''' above average — notably warm enough to fuel robust tropical cyclone development — other environmental factors were less supportive. A combination of higher-than-average '''wind shear''', particularly across the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico, along with drier air masses originating from the '''Saharan Air Layer (SAL)''', was expected to inhibit storm formation and intensification.
Several other forecasting agencies released their predictions in mid-May. '''Exile (EX)''' projected 24 named storms and 9 arrocanes, while '''Nevaeh (NF)''' anticipated 17 to 21 storms and 6 to 11 arrocanes, including up to four major systems. '''ECThunderstorms (ECT)''' and '''Hurricane Dave (HDC)''' each forecast 20 and 17 storms respectively, with 9 to 10 reaching arrocane status. '''HA Animations (HA)''' predicted 19 named storms and 10 arrocanes, highlighting the possibility of four or more major systems.


These conflicting conditions led TSR to predict only a moderately active season, as the unfavorable atmospheric setup was expected to counterbalance the unusually warm waters. However, as the season progressed, the SST anomaly played a far greater role in enhancing tropical cyclone development than initially anticipated. This resulted in several intense systems forming, including record-breaking storms such as '''Pixel''' and '''Calhoun'''.
The surge in outlooks was attributed to persistently high sea surface temperatures across the '''Gulf of Ardonia''' and the ongoing positive phase of the '''Southern Trade Oscillation (STO)''', both of which are historically linked to hyperactive cyclone seasons. The NAC and several other agencies specifically warned of the potential for multiple Category 4 and 5 systems.


Subsequent forecasts from other agencies adjusted their predictions as oceanic and atmospheric conditions evolved closer to the season's peak. These revisions included higher storm counts as indicators of a hyperactive season became evident.
On June 2, 2019, the NAC released a third and more aggressive outlook, calling for '''24 to 29 named storms''', '''14 to 17 arrocanes''', and '''7 to 10 major arrocanes'''—the most extreme forecast ever issued by the agency. The updated projection cited a concerning trend in long-range models, which pointed to a possible surge in storm development beginning in mid-June and extending into late July. According to the NAC, there is a heightened probability for multiple systems to reach major status in rapid succession.
 
As of early June, three named storms have formed: '''[[Arrocane Arlene]]''', a catastrophic Category 5 system; '''Tropical Storm Beryl''', a non-impactful but record-breaking storm over open water; and '''[[Arrocane Camille]]''', a powerful Category 2 system that became the most intense storm at that classification and the fourth costliest arrocane on record. The season's early activity and the evolving forecasts have led '''NWS offices''' across Ardonia to issue elevated readiness bulletins, urging coastal populations to prepare for what may be the most destructive arrocane season on record.
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==LIVE outlook==
[[File:Ardonia TWC.png|750px|center]]
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==Seasonal timeline==
==Seasonal timeline==
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==Systems==
==Systems==
=== Hurricane Pixel ===
===Arrocane Arlene===
{{Infobox Hurricane System|1-min winds=220|basin=atl|duration=October 5 – October 23|pressure=868|track=Pixel 2050 path.png|image=Pixel 2050-10-10-0000Z.jpg|scale-type=slhws}}
{{main|Arrocane Arlene}}
{{main|Hurricane Pixel}}
{{Infobox Hurricane System
'''Hurricane Pixel''' emerged as the sixteenth named storm, sixth '''major hurricane''', and second '''Category 5 hurricane''' of the 2050 Atlantic hurricane season, originating as '''Invest 95L''' on October 6, 2050, in the southwestern Caribbean Sea with initial winds of 5 mph and a pressure of 1019 mb. The system intensified into '''Tropical Storm Pixel''' by October 7 at 12:00 UTC (40 mph, 998 mb) and underwent rapid strengthening in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, reaching '''Category 1''' by October 8 at 18:00 UTC (80 mph, 986 mb), '''Category 3''' by October 9 at 12:00 UTC (125 mph, 956 mb), and '''Category 5''' by October 9 at 18:00 UTC (175 mph, 908 mb). It achieved its peak intensity, the '''most intense hurricane on record''' with a minimum central pressure of 868 mb and the '''strongest hurricane on record''' with sustained winds of 220 mph (354 km/h) on '''October 10, 2050, at 00:00 UTC''', north of the Yucatán Peninsula. Following its peak, Pixel underwent an '''eyewall replacement cycle (ERC)''', briefly weakening to 155 mph by October 10 at 12:00 UTC (915 mb), before restrengthening to '''Category 5''' status, reaching 205 mph (879 mb) by October 11 at 18:00 UTC. Pixel then made a catastrophic '''landfall''' along the Gulf Coast of Florida near the '''Florida Panhandle''' on '''October 11, 2050, at 12:00 UTC''', as a strong '''Category 5 hurricane''' with 200 mph winds and 884 mb pressure, bringing devastating storm surges up to 25 feet and winds that demolished coastal infrastructure. Before landfall, Pixel spawned an '''EF4 tornado''' in the Florida Panhandle, causing widespread destruction. The storm weakened to '''Category 4''' by October 12 at 12:00 UTC (155 mph, 923 mb) over land, moved northeast, looped off the southeastern U.S. coast with winds fluctuating between 130 and 185 mph from October 14 to 15, transitioned into an '''extratropical cyclone''' on October 18 at 18:00 UTC (70 mph, 990 mb), and dissipated east of Newfoundland by October 23 at 06:00 UTC (5 mph, 1020 mb). Pixel contributed 73.84 points to the season’s Accumulated Cyclone Energy (ACE), the highest of any storm in 2050, and was the '''costliest hurricane ever in recorded history''', with an estimated $1.5 trillion (2050 USD) in damages.
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Arrocane '''Arlene''' was the first named storm of the season and the most powerful arrocane ever recorded in the Ardonia basin. Forming on May 17 over the central Gulf of Ardonia, Arlene underwent explosive intensification, reaching Category 5 strength just four days later with peak sustained winds of '''180 mph (290 km/h)''' and a minimum central pressure of '''899 mbar''', both new basin records.
 
Arlene became the '''''earliest Category 5 arrocane on record''''', and the first to make landfall at that intensity. On '''May 22''', it made its first landfall in '''Po’Hatu, Cydonia''' with sustained winds of '''175 mph''' and a pressure of '''908 mbar''', making it the '''''most intense landfalling storm''''' in Ardonian history. After briefly weakening, Arlene struck '''Meridian''' on '''May 23''' at Category 4 strength ('''155 mph, 931 mbar'''), and made its final landfall in '''Port Kazu''' on '''May 25''' as a Category 3 system ('''115 mph, 976 mbar''').
 
Following its third landfall, Arlene stalled over Port Kazu for over 24 hours, unleashing catastrophic flooding and storm surge. It eventually drifted eastward, crossing into the Eastern Ardonian Ocean near '''Blade Island''' and transitioning to an extratropical cyclone before dissipating just northeast of the island on '''May 30'''.
 
Arlene broke a total of '''''15 records''''', including highest storm surge ('''50.75 ft'''), most rainfall from an arrocane ('''250.59 in'''), highest confirmed wave height ('''99.3 ft'''), and smallest observed eye ('''4.4 mi'''). It maintained Category 5 strength for '''30 hours''' and underwent the fastest intensification on record, with a 24-hour increase of '''70 mph''' in wind speed and a pressure drop of '''69 mbar'''.
 
Arlene caused catastrophic damage across southern Ardonia, particularly in '''Po’Hatu''', '''Meridian''', '''Port Kazu''', and coastal regions of '''Phaethon''' and '''Blade Island'''. It resulted in '''1,379 confirmed deaths''', over '''15,000 injuries''', and '''$158 billion''' in damages, making it the costliest and deadliest arrocane in Ardonian history.
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===Tropical Storm Beryl===
{{Infobox Hurricane System|1-min winds=65|scale-type=aaws|pressure=989|duration=May 23 – May 29|image=Beryl_0500_AT_5262019.png|track=Beryl_Full_Track.png}}
 
Tropical Storm '''Beryl''' was the second named storm of the season, forming from a low-pressure system over the '''southeastern Ardonian Ocean''' on early on May 23. The system gradually organized and reached tropical storm strength by May 25, remaining entirely over open waters throughout its lifespan. Beryl peaked with sustained winds of '''65 mph (105 km/h)''' and a minimum central pressure of '''989 mbar''' on the early morning of May 26 before transitioning into an extratropical cyclone on May 27. It dissipated completely by May 28 at 2300 Ardonian time and by 0000 on May 29 in terms of Zulu time.
 
Although Beryl caused no damage or fatalities, it broke multiple historical records dating back to the '''Great Arrocane Year of 1865'''. It became the '''second strongest tropical storm''' on record for the basin by windspeed, surpassing all previous non-hurricane systems except Tropical Storm Ten of 1865 (70 mph). Beryl also entered the '''top 10 most intense arrocanes by pressure''', ranking just behind Tropical Storm Eleven of 1865 (988 mbar) until June 3-4, when [[Arrocane Camille]] would knock Beryl down to 10th. When '''Arrocane Erika''' and [[Arrocane Florence]] dissipated, they knocked Beryl off the list for good according to the '''NAC/NWS'''.


Following its '''landfall''' on the Gulf Coast of Florida, '''Hurricane Pixel''' unleashed torrential rainfall across the southeastern United States, with totals exceeding 20 inches in parts of Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi, triggering widespread freshwater flooding and necessitating numerous high-water rescues. The storm’s unprecedented power resulted in catastrophic destruction, with the $1.5 trillion (2050 USD) damage estimate reflecting extensive losses to homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure across the Florida Panhandle and adjacent Gulf Coast regions. In Florida, three deaths were reported due to flooding and structural collapse, while offshore, two individuals perished from rip currents near Alabama; the '''EF4 tornado''' before landfall added further fatalities and damage. Pixel’s expansive wind field generated additional tornadoes, including two '''EF0 tornadoes''' in Georgia, compounding the storm’s toll. Coastal areas of Louisiana, including Grand Isle, experienced moderate flooding from a 10–15 foot storm surge, while Texas saw minor wave impacts. The storm’s severity prompted mass evacuations and a federal emergency declaration, cementing its status as a historic disaster.
The Ardonia Meteorological Organization (AMO) has listed the name Beryl as a 1% likelihood of retirement due to the historical records it broke were broken once more by newer storms. Beryl is no longer in the top 10 for strongest or most intense like it once was, which made the AMO take down it's percentage during their last meeting.
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===Arrocane Camille===
{{main|Arrocane Camille}}
{{Infobox Hurricane System
| 1-min winds = 100
| scale-type = aaws
| pressure = 973
| duration = June 1 – June 7
| image = Camille_1100_AT_6042019.png
| track = Camille_Full_Track.png
}}
 
'''Arrocane Camille''' was the third named storm and second arrocane of the season. It developed in the northeastern Ardonian Ocean on June 1 and steadily strengthened as it moved west-northwestward toward the continent. Camille peaked as a low-end Category 2 arrocane with sustained winds of '''100 mph (161 km/h)''' and a minimum central pressure of '''973 mbar'''. This made it the '''sixth-strongest arrocane by windspeed''' and the '''fifth-most intense by pressure''' on record in the Ardonia basin—just behind Category 2 '''Arrocane Eight (1865)''' and narrowly surpassing it by one millibar.
 
The storm made landfall in western '''Felden''' on June 6 as a Category 1 arrocane, bringing widespread rainfall, strong winds, and moderate storm surge. Areas affected included the '''Kawaiin Islands''', '''Riverstead''', '''Basalt Coast''', '''Fort Zuka''', and further inland through '''Ferndale''', '''Mahoa Docks''', and '''Felora'''. Notable impacts were also reported in '''Mount Tempus''', '''Niika’s Treefort''', '''Hamburville''', and '''Thralkeld'''. Flooding and wind damage were extensive across Felden’s coastal and mountainous zones.
 
According to the final report from '''NAC/NWS Ferndale''', Camille caused '''23 confirmed fatalities''', '''52 injuries''', and approximately '''$16 billion''' in damages—making it the '''second costliest storm''' in Ardonian history, only behind the earlier '''[[Arrocane Arlene]]'''. Camille weakened rapidly over land and dissipated over northern Felden on '''June 7 at 0600 UTC'''.
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===Tropical Storm Dennis===
{{Infobox Hurricane System
| 1-min winds = 50
| scale-type = aaws
| pressure = 990
| duration = June 9 – June 14
| image = Dennis_1700_AT_6112019.png <!--Temporary_cyclone_north.svg-->
| track = Dennis_Full_Track.png
}}
 
'''Tropical Storm Dennis''' was the fourth named storm of the 2019 Arrocane season. It developed from a broad tropical disturbance designated as 04A over the southeastern Ardonian Ocean on '''June 9'''. Initially disorganized, the system gradually gained structure as it tracked northwestward beneath a weak steering ridge. It was classified as a tropical depression late on June 10 and strengthened into Tropical Storm Dennis early the following day.
 
Dennis peaked on '''June 11''' with sustained winds of '''50 mph (85 km/h)''' and a minimum central pressure of '''990 mbar'''. Despite maintaining a symmetrical shape with persistent convection, the storm was unable to strengthen further due to the presence of moderate wind shear and intermittent dry air intrusion from the north and west. Satellite imagery showed a moderately defined low-level center, with banding mainly displaced to the storm’s eastern flank.
 
The system began curving northward on '''June 12''' and eventually turned northeastward while remaining over open ocean. Encountering cooler waters and increasingly hostile upper-level conditions, Dennis began to weaken, transitioning into a post-tropical system by '''June 13''' and fully dissipating by '''June 14'''.
 
Dennis remained far from land throughout its lifespan and caused no reported impacts. It became the second storm of the season to stay entirely at sea, fortunately being the second to have no impacts on land.
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===Arrocane Erika===
{{Infobox Hurricane System
| 1-min winds = 80
| scale-type = aaws
| pressure = 982
| duration = June 10 – June 17
| image = Erika_0500_AT_6132019.png <!--Temporary_cyclone_north.svg-->
| track = Erika_Full_Track.png
}}
 
Arrocane Erika was the fifth named storm and third arrocane of the 2019 Ardonia season. It developed from a broad area of low pressure south of Blade Island on June 10 and initially moved slowly eastward, gradually intensifying under favorable environmental conditions. By June 11, Erika attained tropical storm status, becoming better organized with deep convection wrapping around a consolidating center. Its slow movement allowed the storm to remain over anomalously warm sea surface temperatures, which contributed to continued strengthening.
 
On June 13, Erika intensified into a Category 1 arrocane on the Ardonian Arrocane Wind Scale (AAWS), reaching peak winds of '''80 mph (130 km/h)''' and a minimum central pressure of '''982 mbar'''. At peak intensity, Erika tied with Arrocane Four of 1865 as the '''eighth-strongest''' and '''eighth-most intense''' arrocane ever recorded in the basin. Satellite imagery at the time showed a well-defined central dense overcast with notable banding features and a developing eye-like structure, further supporting its classification as a mature arrocane.
 
Although Erika remained over open ocean throughout its lifetime, its large wind field generated hazardous marine conditions. Elevated swells and long-period waves impacted coastal regions of southern Blade Island and eastern Conchord, prompting marine warnings and high surf advisories from local NWS offices. Some outer rainbands clipped offshore islets, but no damage or casualties were reported.
 
After maintaining hurricane strength for nearly 18 hours, Erika began to weaken as it tracked into a region of increased wind shear and progressively cooler waters. It was downgraded to a tropical storm by June 14, and later transitioned into an extratropical cyclone that same day. The storm's remnant low persisted through June 17, slowly drifting southeastward before dissipating over the open Ardonian Ocean. Erika’s structure and behavior offered valuable case study opportunities for researchers analyzing the life cycle of mid-tier open-ocean systems in the basin.
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===Arrocane Florence===
{{main|Arrocane Florence}}
{{Infobox Hurricane System
| 1-min winds = 150
| scale-type = aaws
| pressure = 925
| duration = June 11 – June 21
| image = Florence_1700_AT_6152019.png
| track = Florence_Full_Track.png
}}
 
Arrocane Florence was the sixth named storm, fourth arrocane, and second major arrocane of the devastating 2019 Ardonia season. The system formed on June 11 over the warm waters of the central Ardonian Ocean and quickly organized into a tropical storm later that day. Florence steadily intensified as it tracked east-northeastward, becoming an arrocane on June 13 and reaching Category 3 major status within 36 hours.
 
On June 15, Florence underwent a phase of rapid intensification, peaking as a Category 4 arrocane with maximum sustained winds of 150 mph (240 km/h) and a minimum pressure of 925 mbar, ranking it as the third most intense and third fastest-strengthening system in the basin’s recorded history. At peak intensity, Florence displayed a sharply defined eye and deep convective structure as it approached the western coastline of Ardonia.
 
The storm made landfall in western Conchord, near the city of West Port, causing catastrophic wind and flood damage across a wide region. Florence maintained hurricane strength as it passed through Deeproot, Fort Braymin, and Oakendale, before weakening inland over the rugged interior terrain. Several rural areas—including Hutch’s Hut, Mr. Finch’s Farm, and Darlene’s Farm—suffered extensive destruction or were completely leveled by extreme winds and mudslides.
 
Florence claimed 51 lives and injured scores more, while causing $45 billion AC in damages, making it the second-costliest tropical cyclone in Ardonian history behind Arrocane Arlene. Massive evacuations and extensive post-storm recovery efforts were required across Felden, Conchord, and parts of Hyperia, with transportation corridors severely impacted and communications knocked out for days in remote regions.
 
The National Arrocane Center noted that Florence’s combination of compact intensity, landfall location, and long duration over populated areas made it one of the most destructive arrocane events on record, especially for a Category 4 system. Despite weakening after landfall, its remnant low persisted for several more days before dissipating over northeastern Ardonia on June 21.
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===Tropical Storm Gert===
{{Infobox Hurricane System
| 1-min winds = 50
| scale-type = aaws
| pressure = 994
| duration = June 18 – June 23
| image = Temporary_cyclone_north.svg
| track =
}}
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==Storm names==
==Storm names==
The following names have been designated for the '''2050 Atlantic hurricane season''':
The following names have been designated for the '''2019 Ardonia arrocane season''':


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*[[Hurricane Achillean|Achillean]]
*[[Arrocane Arlene|Arlene]]
*[[Hurricane Brielle|Brielle]]
*Beryl
*[[Hurricane Calhoun|Calhoun]]
*[[Arrocane Camille|Camille]]
*Damaris
*Dennis
*Eureka
*Erika
*[[Hurricane Falun|Falun]]
*[[Arrocane Florence|Florence]]
*[[Tropical Storm Gideon|Gideon]]
*Gert
|
*{{tcname unused|Harvey}}
*{{tcname unused|Irene}}
*{{tcname unused|Juan}}
*{{tcname unused|Katrina}}
*{{tcname unused|Laura}}
*{{tcname unused|Milton}}
*{{tcname unused|Nate}}
|
|
*[[Tropical Storm Halcyon|Halcyon]]
*{{tcname unused|Opal}}
*Imara
*{{tcname unused|Patricia}}
*Jack
*{{tcname unused|Quinn}}
*Kellan
*{{tcname unused|Rita}}
*Lorraine
*{{tcname unused|Sandy}}
*Merrick
*{{tcname unused|Tyler}}
*[[Hurricane Neptune|Neptune]]
*{{tcname unused|Uri}}
|
|
*[[Hurricane Onyx|Onyx]]
*{{tcname unused|Victor}}
*[[Hurricane Pixel|Pixel]]
*{{tcname unused|Wilma}}
*Rhea
*{{tcname unused|Xander}}
*Selene
*{{tcname unused|Yoko}}
*Trevon
*{{tcname unused|Zachary}}
*[[Hurricane Virgil|Virgil]]
*{{tcname unused|Willis}}
|-
|-
|}
|}
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==Season effects==
==Season effects==
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| min-press=899
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| deaths=1,379
| refs=
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Latest revision as of 18:01, 3 July 2025

2019 Ardonia arrocane season

Season summary map
Seasonal boundaries
First system formed May 17, 2019
Last system dissipated Season ongoing
Strongest storm
Name Arlene
(Strongest/most intense tropical cyclone ever recorded)
 • Maximum winds 180 mph (290 km/h)
(1 minute sustained)
 • Lowest pressure 899 mbar (hPa; 26.55 inHg)
Seasonal statistics
Total depressions 7
Total storms 7
Arrocanes 4
Major arrocanes
(Cat. 3-5) 		2
Total fatalities 1,453 total
Total damage $219 billion (2019 AC)
Related articles
Arrocane Arlene
Arrocane Camille
Arrocane Florence
Ardonia arrocane seasons
2019, 2020

The 2019 Ardonia arrocane season is the ongoing annual period in which tropical cyclones—known regionally as arrocanes—form in the Ardonian Ocean and adjacent waters. The season officially began on May 15 and will end on October 31, dates which conventionally mark the period when arrocanes are most likely to develop across the region. The season is monitored by the National Arrocane Center (NAC) in Ataraxia, with local coordination provided by regional National Weather Service (NWS) offices across the continent.

So far, the season has featured the formation of seven named systems:

  • Arrocane Arlene, a Category 5 cyclone and the strongest on record;
  • Tropical Storm Beryl, a compact storm that remained offshore;
  • Arrocane Camille, a high-end Category 2 landfalling storm;
  • Tropical Storm Dennis, a minimal open-ocean system;
  • Arrocane Erika, a Category 1 storm that remained over water; and
  • Arrocane Florence, a Category 4 major arrocane that caused catastrophic impacts across western Ardonia.

Arlene caused unprecedented devastation across Cydonia and parts of southern Northwind, leaving over 1,300 dead and $158 billion in damages. Beryl remained over the open ocean but intensified rapidly into a strong tropical storm. Camille peaked at 100 mph and 973 mbar before striking Felden, killing 23 people and inflicting $16 billion in damage. Dennis stayed at sea and caused no reported damage or casualties.

Erika formed south of Blade Island and reached 80 mph and 982 mbar before curving eastward and becoming extratropical, tying for the eighth-strongest arrocane on record. Though it never made landfall, Erika produced dangerous surf and elevated marine hazards along nearby coastlines.

The most destructive storm after Arlene has been Arrocane Florence, a rapidly intensifying Category 4 storm that slammed into western Conchord with peak winds of 150 mph and a pressure of 925 mbar. Florence caused widespread destruction through West Port, Deeproot, Fort Braymin, and Oakendale, killing 51 people and causing $45 billion in damage. It is the second-costliest storm on record in the basin.

With all seven systems forming prior to the end of June, early-season activity has been well above average. Warm waters and favorable upper-level patterns, fueled by the ongoing positive phase of the Southern Trade Oscillation (STO), continue to support tropical development. The western Ardonian Ocean remains 3–6°C above average, especially in deep oceanic heat content, while the eastern half is relatively cooler—limiting storm intensification in that region. This temperature contrast explains the weaker intensities of storms like Beryl, Dennis, and Erika compared to the powerful western cyclones.

As the season nears its peak, officials are urging continued vigilance across both coastal and inland regions. With its high fatality count and rapidly rising damage total, the 2019 season is already on track to become one of the most extreme in recorded history—possibly surpassing even the infamous 1865 season.

Seasonal forecasts

Predictions for 2019 Ardonia arrocane season
Source Date Named
storm 		Arrocanes Major
arrocanes
Average (1865) 13 5 3
Record high activity 13 5 3
Record low activity 13 5 3
NAC March 31, 2019 16-20 8-11 3-6
VW May 16, 2019 17 10 5
T1X May 16, 2019 18 12 6
NAHC May 16, 2019 18-22 9-12 1-4
EX May 16, 2019 24 9 4
NF May 17, 2019 17-21 6-11 2-4
ECT May 17, 2019 20 10 4
HDC May 17, 2019 17 9 4
HA May 17, 2019 18 9 4
NAC May 19, 2019 21-24 13-17 5-8
VOLT May 20, 2019 18 9 3
LA May 21, 2019 14 7 3
NAC June 2, 2019 24-29 14-17 7-10
VW July 3, 2019 24 15 8
Actual activity
 6 4 2

Prior to the official start of the 2019 Arrocane season, multiple meteorological agencies across Ardonia issued forecasts anticipating a highly active year. The National Arrocane Center (NAC) released its first outlook on March 31, calling for 16 to 20 named storms, 8 to 11 arrocanes, and 3 to 6 major arrocanes. A revised outlook issued on May 19 significantly raised those numbers to 21 to 24 named storms, 13 to 17 arrocanes, and 5 to 8 major systems.

Forecasts from other meteorological organizations varied, but nearly all signaled an above-average or near-record season. Voltage/Jordinium (VOLT) and Viewer (VW) projected 18 and 17 named storms respectively, while T1xfed (T1X) predicted up to 12 full arrocanes and 6 majors. The North Alisean Hurricane Center (NAHC) issued one of the highest early forecasts, predicting 18 to 22 named storms and 9 to 12 arrocanes.

Several other forecasting agencies released their predictions in mid-May. Exile (EX) projected 24 named storms and 9 arrocanes, while Nevaeh (NF) anticipated 17 to 21 storms and 6 to 11 arrocanes, including up to four major systems. ECThunderstorms (ECT) and Hurricane Dave (HDC) each forecast 20 and 17 storms respectively, with 9 to 10 reaching arrocane status. HA Animations (HA) predicted 19 named storms and 10 arrocanes, highlighting the possibility of four or more major systems.

The surge in outlooks was attributed to persistently high sea surface temperatures across the Gulf of Ardonia and the ongoing positive phase of the Southern Trade Oscillation (STO), both of which are historically linked to hyperactive cyclone seasons. The NAC and several other agencies specifically warned of the potential for multiple Category 4 and 5 systems.

On June 2, 2019, the NAC released a third and more aggressive outlook, calling for 24 to 29 named storms, 14 to 17 arrocanes, and 7 to 10 major arrocanes—the most extreme forecast ever issued by the agency. The updated projection cited a concerning trend in long-range models, which pointed to a possible surge in storm development beginning in mid-June and extending into late July. According to the NAC, there is a heightened probability for multiple systems to reach major status in rapid succession.

As of early June, three named storms have formed: Arrocane Arlene, a catastrophic Category 5 system; Tropical Storm Beryl, a non-impactful but record-breaking storm over open water; and Arrocane Camille, a powerful Category 2 system that became the most intense storm at that classification and the fourth costliest arrocane on record. The season's early activity and the evolving forecasts have led NWS offices across Ardonia to issue elevated readiness bulletins, urging coastal populations to prepare for what may be the most destructive arrocane season on record.

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Seasonal timeline

For a chronological guide, see Timeline of 2019 Ardonia arrocane season.
Arrocane FlorenceArrocane CamilleArrocane ArleneArdonia arrocane wind scale

Systems

Arrocane Arlene

Main article: Arrocane Arlene
Category 5 arrocane (AAWS)
Duration May 17 – May 30
Peak intensity 180 mph (290 km/h) (1-min);
899 mbar (hPa)

Arrocane Arlene was the first named storm of the season and the most powerful arrocane ever recorded in the Ardonia basin. Forming on May 17 over the central Gulf of Ardonia, Arlene underwent explosive intensification, reaching Category 5 strength just four days later with peak sustained winds of 180 mph (290 km/h) and a minimum central pressure of 899 mbar, both new basin records.

Arlene became the earliest Category 5 arrocane on record, and the first to make landfall at that intensity. On May 22, it made its first landfall in Po’Hatu, Cydonia with sustained winds of 175 mph and a pressure of 908 mbar, making it the most intense landfalling storm in Ardonian history. After briefly weakening, Arlene struck Meridian on May 23 at Category 4 strength (155 mph, 931 mbar), and made its final landfall in Port Kazu on May 25 as a Category 3 system (115 mph, 976 mbar).

Following its third landfall, Arlene stalled over Port Kazu for over 24 hours, unleashing catastrophic flooding and storm surge. It eventually drifted eastward, crossing into the Eastern Ardonian Ocean near Blade Island and transitioning to an extratropical cyclone before dissipating just northeast of the island on May 30.

Arlene broke a total of 15 records, including highest storm surge (50.75 ft), most rainfall from an arrocane (250.59 in), highest confirmed wave height (99.3 ft), and smallest observed eye (4.4 mi). It maintained Category 5 strength for 30 hours and underwent the fastest intensification on record, with a 24-hour increase of 70 mph in wind speed and a pressure drop of 69 mbar.

Arlene caused catastrophic damage across southern Ardonia, particularly in Po’Hatu, Meridian, Port Kazu, and coastal regions of Phaethon and Blade Island. It resulted in 1,379 confirmed deaths, over 15,000 injuries, and $158 billion in damages, making it the costliest and deadliest arrocane in Ardonian history.

Tropical Storm Beryl

Tropical storm (AAWS)
Duration May 23 – May 29
Peak intensity 65 mph (105 km/h) (1-min);
989 mbar (hPa)

Tropical Storm Beryl was the second named storm of the season, forming from a low-pressure system over the southeastern Ardonian Ocean on early on May 23. The system gradually organized and reached tropical storm strength by May 25, remaining entirely over open waters throughout its lifespan. Beryl peaked with sustained winds of 65 mph (105 km/h) and a minimum central pressure of 989 mbar on the early morning of May 26 before transitioning into an extratropical cyclone on May 27. It dissipated completely by May 28 at 2300 Ardonian time and by 0000 on May 29 in terms of Zulu time.

Although Beryl caused no damage or fatalities, it broke multiple historical records dating back to the Great Arrocane Year of 1865. It became the second strongest tropical storm on record for the basin by windspeed, surpassing all previous non-hurricane systems except Tropical Storm Ten of 1865 (70 mph). Beryl also entered the top 10 most intense arrocanes by pressure, ranking just behind Tropical Storm Eleven of 1865 (988 mbar) until June 3-4, when Arrocane Camille would knock Beryl down to 10th. When Arrocane Erika and Arrocane Florence dissipated, they knocked Beryl off the list for good according to the NAC/NWS.

The Ardonia Meteorological Organization (AMO) has listed the name Beryl as a 1% likelihood of retirement due to the historical records it broke were broken once more by newer storms. Beryl is no longer in the top 10 for strongest or most intense like it once was, which made the AMO take down it's percentage during their last meeting.

Arrocane Camille

Main article: Arrocane Camille
Category 2 arrocane (AAWS)
Duration June 1 – June 7
Peak intensity 100 mph (160 km/h) (1-min);
973 mbar (hPa)

Arrocane Camille was the third named storm and second arrocane of the season. It developed in the northeastern Ardonian Ocean on June 1 and steadily strengthened as it moved west-northwestward toward the continent. Camille peaked as a low-end Category 2 arrocane with sustained winds of 100 mph (161 km/h) and a minimum central pressure of 973 mbar. This made it the sixth-strongest arrocane by windspeed and the fifth-most intense by pressure on record in the Ardonia basin—just behind Category 2 Arrocane Eight (1865) and narrowly surpassing it by one millibar.

The storm made landfall in western Felden on June 6 as a Category 1 arrocane, bringing widespread rainfall, strong winds, and moderate storm surge. Areas affected included the Kawaiin Islands, Riverstead, Basalt Coast, Fort Zuka, and further inland through Ferndale, Mahoa Docks, and Felora. Notable impacts were also reported in Mount Tempus, Niika’s Treefort, Hamburville, and Thralkeld. Flooding and wind damage were extensive across Felden’s coastal and mountainous zones.

According to the final report from NAC/NWS Ferndale, Camille caused 23 confirmed fatalities, 52 injuries, and approximately $16 billion in damages—making it the second costliest storm in Ardonian history, only behind the earlier Arrocane Arlene. Camille weakened rapidly over land and dissipated over northern Felden on June 7 at 0600 UTC.

Tropical Storm Dennis

Tropical storm (AAWS)
Duration June 9 – June 14
Peak intensity 50 mph (80 km/h) (1-min);
990 mbar (hPa)

Tropical Storm Dennis was the fourth named storm of the 2019 Arrocane season. It developed from a broad tropical disturbance designated as 04A over the southeastern Ardonian Ocean on June 9. Initially disorganized, the system gradually gained structure as it tracked northwestward beneath a weak steering ridge. It was classified as a tropical depression late on June 10 and strengthened into Tropical Storm Dennis early the following day.

Dennis peaked on June 11 with sustained winds of 50 mph (85 km/h) and a minimum central pressure of 990 mbar. Despite maintaining a symmetrical shape with persistent convection, the storm was unable to strengthen further due to the presence of moderate wind shear and intermittent dry air intrusion from the north and west. Satellite imagery showed a moderately defined low-level center, with banding mainly displaced to the storm’s eastern flank.

The system began curving northward on June 12 and eventually turned northeastward while remaining over open ocean. Encountering cooler waters and increasingly hostile upper-level conditions, Dennis began to weaken, transitioning into a post-tropical system by June 13 and fully dissipating by June 14.

Dennis remained far from land throughout its lifespan and caused no reported impacts. It became the second storm of the season to stay entirely at sea, fortunately being the second to have no impacts on land.

Arrocane Erika

Category 1 arrocane (AAWS)
Duration June 10 – June 17
Peak intensity 80 mph (130 km/h) (1-min);
982 mbar (hPa)

Arrocane Erika was the fifth named storm and third arrocane of the 2019 Ardonia season. It developed from a broad area of low pressure south of Blade Island on June 10 and initially moved slowly eastward, gradually intensifying under favorable environmental conditions. By June 11, Erika attained tropical storm status, becoming better organized with deep convection wrapping around a consolidating center. Its slow movement allowed the storm to remain over anomalously warm sea surface temperatures, which contributed to continued strengthening.

On June 13, Erika intensified into a Category 1 arrocane on the Ardonian Arrocane Wind Scale (AAWS), reaching peak winds of 80 mph (130 km/h) and a minimum central pressure of 982 mbar. At peak intensity, Erika tied with Arrocane Four of 1865 as the eighth-strongest and eighth-most intense arrocane ever recorded in the basin. Satellite imagery at the time showed a well-defined central dense overcast with notable banding features and a developing eye-like structure, further supporting its classification as a mature arrocane.

Although Erika remained over open ocean throughout its lifetime, its large wind field generated hazardous marine conditions. Elevated swells and long-period waves impacted coastal regions of southern Blade Island and eastern Conchord, prompting marine warnings and high surf advisories from local NWS offices. Some outer rainbands clipped offshore islets, but no damage or casualties were reported.

After maintaining hurricane strength for nearly 18 hours, Erika began to weaken as it tracked into a region of increased wind shear and progressively cooler waters. It was downgraded to a tropical storm by June 14, and later transitioned into an extratropical cyclone that same day. The storm's remnant low persisted through June 17, slowly drifting southeastward before dissipating over the open Ardonian Ocean. Erika’s structure and behavior offered valuable case study opportunities for researchers analyzing the life cycle of mid-tier open-ocean systems in the basin.

Arrocane Florence

Main article: Arrocane Florence
Category 4 arrocane (AAWS)
Duration June 11 – June 21
Peak intensity 150 mph (240 km/h) (1-min);
925 mbar (hPa)

Arrocane Florence was the sixth named storm, fourth arrocane, and second major arrocane of the devastating 2019 Ardonia season. The system formed on June 11 over the warm waters of the central Ardonian Ocean and quickly organized into a tropical storm later that day. Florence steadily intensified as it tracked east-northeastward, becoming an arrocane on June 13 and reaching Category 3 major status within 36 hours.

On June 15, Florence underwent a phase of rapid intensification, peaking as a Category 4 arrocane with maximum sustained winds of 150 mph (240 km/h) and a minimum pressure of 925 mbar, ranking it as the third most intense and third fastest-strengthening system in the basin’s recorded history. At peak intensity, Florence displayed a sharply defined eye and deep convective structure as it approached the western coastline of Ardonia.

The storm made landfall in western Conchord, near the city of West Port, causing catastrophic wind and flood damage across a wide region. Florence maintained hurricane strength as it passed through Deeproot, Fort Braymin, and Oakendale, before weakening inland over the rugged interior terrain. Several rural areas—including Hutch’s Hut, Mr. Finch’s Farm, and Darlene’s Farm—suffered extensive destruction or were completely leveled by extreme winds and mudslides.

Florence claimed 51 lives and injured scores more, while causing $45 billion AC in damages, making it the second-costliest tropical cyclone in Ardonian history behind Arrocane Arlene. Massive evacuations and extensive post-storm recovery efforts were required across Felden, Conchord, and parts of Hyperia, with transportation corridors severely impacted and communications knocked out for days in remote regions.

The National Arrocane Center noted that Florence’s combination of compact intensity, landfall location, and long duration over populated areas made it one of the most destructive arrocane events on record, especially for a Category 4 system. Despite weakening after landfall, its remnant low persisted for several more days before dissipating over northeastern Ardonia on June 21.

Tropical Storm Gert

Tropical storm (AAWS)
Duration June 18 – June 23
Peak intensity 50 mph (80 km/h) (1-min);
994 mbar (hPa)

Storm names

The following names have been designated for the 2019 Ardonia arrocane season:

  • Harvey (unused)
  • Irene (unused)
  • Juan (unused)
  • Katrina (unused)
  • Laura (unused)
  • Milton (unused)
  • Nate (unused)
  • Opal (unused)
  • Patricia (unused)
  • Quinn (unused)
  • Rita (unused)
  • Sandy (unused)
  • Tyler (unused)
  • Uri (unused)
  • Victor (unused)
  • Wilma (unused)
  • Xander (unused)
  • Yoko (unused)
  • Zachary (unused)

Season effects

Ardonia arrocane wind scale
TD TS C1 C2 C3 C4 C5
2019 Ardonia arrocane season statistics
Storm
name 		Dates active Storm category
at peak intensity 		Max 1-min
wind
mph (km/h) 		Min.
press.
(mbar) 		Areas affected Damage
(AC) 		Deaths Ref(s).
Arlene May 17–30 Category 5 arrocane 180 (290) 899 Cydonia, K'arthen, Blade Island $158 billion 1,379
Beryl May 23–29 Tropical storm 65 (105) 989 None None None
Camille June 1–7 Category 2 arrocane 100 (161) 973 Mount Tempus, Felden, Niika's Treefort, Hamburville, Thralkeld $16 billion 23
Dennis June 9–14 Tropical storm 50 (80) 990 None None None
Erika June 10–17 Category 1 arrocane 80 (129) 982 None None None
Florence June 11–21 Category 4 arrocane 150 (241) 925 Felden, West Port, Deeproot, Conchord, Fort Braymin, Hutch's Hut, Abbigail's & Mr. Finch's Farm, Underwood, Leewa, Darlene's Farm $45 billion 51
Gert June 18–23 Tropical storm 50 (80) 994 None None None
Season aggregates
7 systems May 17 - Ongoing   180 (290) 899 $219 billion 1,453  
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