Direct HitA close approach of a tropical cyclone to a particular location. For locations on the
left-hand side of a tropical cyclone's track (looking in the direction of motion), a direct
hit occurs when the cyclone passes to within a distance equal to the cyclone's
radius of maximum wind. For locations on the right-hand side of the track, a direct
hit occurs when the cyclone passes to within a distance equal to twice the radius of
maximum wind. Compare indirect hit, strike. Indirect HitGenerally refers to locations that do not experience a direct hit from a tropical
cyclone, but do experience hurricane force winds (either sustained or gusts) or tides
of at least 4 feet above normal.
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