List of typhoons named Molave

The name Molave (Tagalog: [moˈlavɛ], mo-LAH-veh) has been used to name three tropical cyclones in the northwestern Pacific Ocean. The name is a Spanish corruption of mulawin, referring to the Vitex parviflora, a species of hard wood used in furniture.[1][2] The name Molave replaced Imbudo after it caused extensive damage both over the Philippines and China.

After the 2020 storm, the name Molave was announced to be retired and will no longer be used. Its replacement name will be chosen in 2022.

References

  1. "mulawin". Diksiyonaryo (in Filipino). Retrieved October 24, 2019.
  2. "molave". Diksiyonaryo (in Filipino). Retrieved October 24, 2019.
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