Effects of tropical cyclone on kuroshio and the adjacent shelf-slope waters

Chau Ron Wu*, Yu Lin Chang

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Abstract

Effects of tropical cyclones (TCs) on Kuroshio and the adjacent shelf-slope waters are investigated using several independent satellite observations and a three-dimensional primitive equation ocean model. Model simulation suggested that a cyclonic eddy triggered by Nari had occurred in regions north of Kuroshio. As a result, the cold SST patch was only visible to the north of the Kuroshio axis. The cyclonic circulation penetrated much deeper for a slowly-moving storm, regardless of the typhoon intensity. Near-inertial frequency oscillations after typhoon departure were simulated by the model in terms of the vertical displacement of isotherms. The SST cooling caused by upwelling and vertical mixing is effective in cooling the upper ocean several days after the storm had passed. At certain locations, surface chlorophyll concentrations increased significantly after Nari's departure. Upwelling and mixing bring nutrient-rich subsurface water to the sea surface, causing enhancement of phytoplankton bloom.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2008 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages497-500
Number of pages4
Edition1
ISBN (Print)9781424428083
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008
Event2008 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium - Proceedings - Boston, MA, United States
Duration: 2008 Jul 62008 Jul 11

Publication series

NameInternational Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium (IGARSS)
Number1
Volume2

Other

Other2008 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium - Proceedings
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBoston, MA
Period2008/07/062008/07/11

Keywords

  • Internal wave
  • Kuroshio
  • Tropical cyclone

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Science Applications
  • General Earth and Planetary Sciences

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