Tropical Cyclone Horacio Becomes First Category 5 Cyclone of 2026
Tropical Cyclone Horacio has made headlines by intensifying into the first Category 5 cyclone of 2026. With maximum sustained winds reaching 160 mph, this significant weather event is occurring over the remote waters of the South Indian Ocean. As the cyclone develops, it raises concerns about potential impacts in the region. Stay tuned for updates on this powerful storm and its trajectory.
| Feb 24, 2026, 16:50 IST
Cyclone Horacio Reaches Category 5 Status
On February 23, Tropical Cyclone Horacio escalated to the first Category 5 tropical cyclone of 2026, showcasing maximum sustained winds of 160 mph (260 km/h) as it moved across the isolated waters of the South Indian Ocean.