The name Bilis (Tagalog: bilis, [bɪ.ˈlɪs]) has been used for two tropical cyclones in the western North Pacific Ocean. The name was contributed by the Philippines and means speed in Tagalog.[1]
- Typhoon Bilis (2000) (T0010, 18W, Isang) – made landfall in Taiwan at Category 5 strength and China as a strong typhoon.
- Tropical Storm Bilis (2006) (T0604, 05W, Florita) – a severe tropical storm that affected the Philippines, Taiwan, and China, causing over 800 fatalities.
The name Bilis was retired following the 2006 Pacific typhoon season and was replaced with Maliksi.
See also
editSimilar names that have been used for tropical cyclones:
- List of storms named Bill – used in the Atlantic Ocean and the West Pacific Ocean.
- List of storms named Phyllis – also used in the West Pacific Ocean.
References
edit- ↑ "List of names for tropical cyclones adopted by the Typhoon Committee for the western North Pacific and the South China Sea". Japan Meteorological Agency. Archived from the original on August 5, 2005. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
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