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Hurricane Florence brought tropical storm conditions to North Carolina and South Carolina on Sept. 14, 2018.  This satellite image was captured by a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association satellite on Sept. 12, 2018.

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What is the Difference Between a Hurricane and a Typhoon?
They are called hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and eastern Pacific Ocean. But once you go west across the International Dateline and into the western Pacific Ocean, they're called typhoons.

Hurricane/Typhoon Facts

  • Winds blow in a large spiral around a relative calm center known as the eye. The eye is generally 20 to 30 miles wide and the storm may extend outward 400 miles.
  • As it approaches, the skies will begin to darken and winds will grow in strength. As it nears land, it can bring torrential rains, high winds, and a storm surge.
  • They can last for more than two weeks over open waters.
  • Hurricane season is from 1 June through 30 November with the peak months being August and September.
  • Typhoon season is 1 January through 31 December; however 95 percent of typhoons occur after 1 May.
Fort Polk Podcast - Career Summit
Fort Polk Public Affairs Office
Video by Jeff England
Feb. 18, 2026 | 29:46
Fort Polk hosts biannual Career Summits and regular Employer Days to assist soldiers transitioning to civilian careers. These events connect veterans with employers offering thousands of job opportunities across various industries. The Transition Services Management Office provides comprehensive support, including resume help, interview training, and salary negotiation classes, ensuring soldiers and their families are well-prepared for life after service. Transitioning from military service to civilian life can be a challenging journey for many soldiers. Recognizing this, Fort Polk has developed robust programs to support soldiers and veterans as they prepare for their next career chapter. Through initiatives like the Career Summit and Employer Days, Fort Polk is connecting transitioning service members with real job opportunities both locally and nationwide. The Fort Polk podcast recently featured a discussion with key personnel from the Transition Services Management Office, including Chris Osborne, former Command Sergeant Major of the Fort Polk garrison, and Cliff Hill. They shared insights into the upcoming Career Summit scheduled for April and the ongoing Employer Day hiring events. More


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