Cyclone Yasi track: image bom.gov.au The cyclone is expected to slowly intensify overnight as it moves westwards over the Coral Sea. [1] Late on 1 February, the cyclone strengthened to a Category 4 system; then, early on 2 February, the cyclone intensified into a Category 5 Severe Tropical Cyclone. [23] Vanuatuan officials reported difficulties making contact with the Torba Province, but it was believed that the northern area escaped major damage. However, the radar and life-supporting systems took a bit longer to restore and were subsequently completed by the end of November, before staff returned to the island during December 2011. Australian region tropical cyclone warnings, forecasts, seasonal outlooks, cyclone history, climatology and related information [44] Around 10:30 pm local time on 2 February, Premier Bligh stated that an estimated 90,000 structures, including evacuation centres, were without power. Frightening and Catastrophic. 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TC Harold in 2019 caused damage in parts of Viti Levu Kadavu, Vatulele and the Lau Group. Season 2010-2011 Tropical Cyclone YASI Track Map: Season 2010-2011 Summaries (Operational Data): - Previous TC | 2010-2011 Season | Next TC->> Lat/long Grid: Show Hide Date Labels: Show Hide. The southern Flight continued in this track along the foot hills of the ranges just south of Tully, till Over a region of high sea surface temperatures and low to moderate wind shear, it was expected to intensify gradually as it moved southwest. Yasi was a category 4 storm with winds of 155 mph made landfall on the eastern Australian coast on February 3rd, 2011. Tropical Cyclone Yasa may take a similar track as Tropical Cyclone Harold which hit parts of Fiji this year. Tropical Disturbance 09F was first identified on 26 January 2011 by the Fiji Meteorological Service (FMS), while it was 330 km (205 mi) south-southwest of Tuvalu. [29], Because of its great size, many feared that the tropical cyclone could cause damage more severe than Cyclone Larry in 2006 or Cyclone Tracy, which severely damaged Darwin in 1974. MEGA CYCLONE YASI: Forecast Track Map (BOM) Map legend. Both Australia's BoM and the JTWC are suggesting a Cat 4 (on the American scale) at landfall between Cairns and Townsville. Yasa was the second tropical disturbance, as well as the first tropical cyclone and severe tropical cyclone of the 2020–21 South Pacific cyclone season. [53] Flooding was widespread in towns of northern South Australia reaching even Renmark on the River Murray. Cyclone Yasi. TWEET. [49] An additional A$1 billion has been lost in the tourism industry. [22], During 30 January, Yasi became the second of three systems to directly impact Vanuatu in two months. [30] Thousands of residents in the path of the storm were urged to evacuate by Queensland Premier Anna Bligh. The ADF established Joint Task Force 664, based at Lavarack Barracks in Townsville and under the command of Brigadier Stuart Smith, for operational command on 2 February 2011. In Milne Bay Province, local administrators advised residents living along the coast to maneuver to higher grounds. Image Credit: NASA/JPL/Colorado State University/Naval Research Laboratory › View larger image [32] The Queensland state emergency coordinator warned residents that they would be on their own for up to 24 hours, as the conditions would be too dangerous for emergency responders. It was also the second Category 5 severe tropical cyclone in 2020 after Harold in the 2019–20 South Pacific cyclone season. [5] Due to the size of the system and its strong core, Yasi maintained cyclonic intensity farther inland than normal, finally dissipating into a tropical low near Mount Isa, at 10 PM on 3 February 2011, 22 hours after the storm first crossed the coast. As a result of the system's impacts, the name Yasi was subsequently retired from the list of South Pacific tropical cyclone names and replaced with Yvone. On February 1, 2011, Cyclone Yasi continued on its path toward Queensland, Australia. Tropical Cyclone Yasa may take a similar track as Tropical Cyclone Harold which hit parts of Fiji this year. Image from www.bom.gov.au, CCBY. Yasi Cyclone Yasi occured simply because all the weather factors to make a cyclone were right; warm, tropical seas and cumulonimbus clouds. [20][21] These strong winds delayed shipping schedules and affected students studying in Vaitupu and Fiji, and outer islands ran out of fresh supplies as a result of rough seas. The group were later reported to be safe. EMAIL. [26][27] Yasi subsequently passed directly over the weather station during 2 February, where wind gusts of 185 km/h (115 mph) and a minimum pressure of 937.9 hPa (27.70 inHg) were recorded, before the meteorological equipment and communications failed. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Severe_Tropical_Cyclone_Yasi_(2011) TC Harold in 2019 caused damage in parts of Viti Levu Kadavu, Vatulele and the Lau Group. [35] This figure rose to 170,000 by morning and officials stated that some residents may be without power for more than a month. The storm extends over the Solomon Islands and grazes Papua New Guinea. Track of Cyclone Yasi. [50], One death was due to carbon monoxide poisoning by exhaust of a portable generator being used in a confined space at Bambaroo near Ingham. QUEENSLAND Premier Anna Bligh has finally described Mega Cyclone YASI as a “frightening and catastrophic” cyclone telling a quarter of a million residents in the projected path of the storm they only have three hours left to run for their lives. [40], An evacuation centre in Innisfail began to flood as the worst of Yasi's impacts neared. On 30 January, it was named Yasi by the Fiji Meteorological Service. Operational Tropical Cyclone Data : JTWC Advisories | BoM Warnings. With TC Yasa forecast to take a similar track, Fijians are being advised to prepare now. The Nadi Meteorological Service forecasts that TC Yasa is still likely to make a loop from its current South Southwest track and head towards the Fiji Group. The worst affected areas were around Tully, Tully Heads, Silkwood, Mission Beach, Innisfail and Cardwell. This image series highlights the damage the cyclone makes to the rainforest areas around mission beach and the turbulence created off shore by the cyclone on the 5th February (2.5 days after the cyclone). Track of Cyclone Yasi. However, their calls could not be acted upon as conditions were too dangerous for police to travel in. SHARE. [13], It deepened rapidly throughout 30 January, resulting in the JTWC upgrading the system to a tropical storm after data from an ASCAT image depicted winds near gale-force around the storm's centre. Strong winds are expected to peak on Friday when TC Yasa is closest to Fiji. CYCLONE ZAZU Category 2 this morning but will drop back to Category 1 as it drops south over cooler sea temperatures and less favourable conditions. https://fijisun.com.fj/2020/12/15/tropical-cyclone-yasa-forecast-track-map [56] More than 100 mm (3.9 in) also fell at Arkaroola and Mt Dare, 92 mm (3.6 in) fell at Marree, and 86 mm (3.4 in) at Yunta. SHARE. cyclone yasi map. Cyclone Yasi tracking map issued by the Bureau of Meteorology at 7:48am (AEST) on Feb 3, 2011. [51], Two days after landfall, severe flooding from the rains severed the Bruce Highway between Townsville and Ingham leaving a 10 kilometre backup of traffic. [14] Shortly thereafter, the FMS also upgraded the storm, classifying it as Tropical Cyclone Yasi. Severe Tropical Cyclone “Yasa” (Category 5) Track map: Number 01 (Issued at 10:00am Local Time Thursday 17th December 2020) Format Map Source Cattle Stations near Oodnadatta, Glendambo and the world's largest at Anna Creek Station were all isolated. The Nadi Meteorological Service forecasts that TC Yasa is still likely to make a loop from its current South Southwest track and head towards the Fiji Group. One reported instance was of six people trapped in an apartment complex at Port Hinchinbrook near Cardwell, who could not be evacuated. [46], Fears of total devastation to the banana and sugar cane crops arose as the storm struck land. Favorable conditions led the storm to intensify rapidly over the Pacific Ocean. Yasi deepened rapidly over the next 24 hours, and was classified as a Category 3 cyclone at about 5 PM AEST (07:00 UTC) on 31 January 2011. [47] On 3 February, total losses from the storm were estimated to reach A$3.5 billion (US$3.54 billion), this makes it the costliest cyclone to ever hit Australia (not accounting for inflation). Cassowary Coast councillor Ross Sorbello said his house was shaking under the force of winds of up to 290km/h. SEVERE WEATHER WARNING for Flash flooding for people in the Alice Springs District", Australian Bureau of Meteorology (TCWC's Perth, Darwin & Brisbane), Tropical Cyclone Yasi (Feb 2011) – snapshots of relevant webpages from 2011, Category 3 South Pacific severe tropical cyclones, Category 5 Australian region severe tropical cyclones, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Cyclone_Yasi&oldid=1009250207, Tropical cyclone articles with unknown units, Wikipedia indefinitely move-protected pages, Wikipedia pages semi-protected against vandalism, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 27 February 2021, at 15:29. Cyclone Yasi began as a tropical low on the northwest side of Fiji (an island country in the Pacific Ocean) on the 29th of January. 69 Gladstone Road, Suva. The Nadi Weather Office says Viti Levu, Kadavu and the Yasawa Group can expect gale and storm force winds from Thursday however, heavy rain will be experienced over the Fiji Group from Wednesday. There is always some uncertainty associated with tropical cyclone forecasting and the grey by nadi weather forecasting centre TC YASA IS TRACKING ALONG THE NORTHWESTERN PERIPHERY OF A SUBTROPICAL RIDGE POSITIONED TO THE SOUTHEAST AND THROUGH A FAVORABLE ENVIRONMENT WITH LOW (5-10 KTS) VERTICAL WIND SHEAR (VWS), WARM (28-29 CELSIUS) SEA SURFACE TEMPERATURES (SST) AND SUPPORTIVE UPPER LEVEL OUTFLOW. Since 1985, 44 TCs generated gale force winds (≥17 metres/second) within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park (GBRMP). The system quickly intensified to a cyclone category to the north of Vanuatu and was named Yasi at 10pm on the 30th by Fiji Meteorological Service. Fiji + 1 more. Late on 1 February, the cyclone strengthened to a Cat… Posted February 03, 2016 10:41:52 Top Stories. International Hurricane / Cyclone / Typhoon Tracking Map. [41] In Townsville, numerous roofs were torn off buildings and sent hurtling down streets. Near sunrise on 3 February, there were no reports of fatalities or injuries in Mission Beach. The storm was several hundred kilometres southeast of Papua New Guinea, although the massive system’s exterior edges produced strong gales, high seas, & heavy rainfall to the nation. [15] Along the north edge of a strong subtropical ridge, the storm tracked generally westward, taking it through the northern islands of the country. [17] Later that day, the storm crossed 160°E, prompting the final advisory from the FMS and the first advisory from the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, as the system crossed into the Australian cyclone basin. Active Tropical Storms Northwest Pacific Storms. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi was a powerful and destructive tropical cyclone that made landfall in northern Queensland, Australia in early 2011, causing major damage to the affected areas. [43], Numerous emergency calls were made by residents trapped in their homes near the height of the storm. Originating as a tropical low near Fiji on 26 January, the system intensified to tropical cyclone status during the evening of 30 January. Tropical Cyclone Yasi moved across Vanuatu's northern Torba Province, with winds reaching up to 95 km/h (60 mph). Ahead of the system impacting the island, staff battened down the buildings and were evacuated off the island by a helicopter during 1 February. The system remains slow moving between Fiji and Vanuatu, located about 510 kilometres West Northwest of Viwa as at 6 am. International Hurricane / Cyclone / Typhoon Tracking Map. [56] Hallett had a record rainfall amount of 98 mm (3.9 in). [11] By 28 January, the depression was characterised as a poorly-developed low, with a broad area of rotating, flaring convection. [3][4], At about 12:00 AM AEST (14:00 UTC) on 3 February, Yasi crossed the Australian coastline as a Category 5 severe tropical cyclone near Mission Beach,[5] with estimated maximum 3-second gusts of 285 km/h spanning an area from Ingham to Cairns. SEVERE TROPICAL CYCLONE YASI, CATEGORY 3 is expected to turn on a more west-southwesterly direction in the next 12 hours. Strong winds are expected to peak on Friday when TC Yasa is closest to Fiji. Source: BOM. Tropical Cyclone Bulletin This TC Potential Bulletin describes any current cyclone activity, along with details of possible cyclone development over the next few days. [6] A record low pressure of 929 hPa (27.43 inHg) was measured as the eye passed over Tully. At least 75% of the banana crop was destroyed, and damage to the sugar cane farms was expected to cost about AU$500 million. The system quickly intensified to a cyclone category to the north of Vanuatu and was named Yasi at 10pm on 30 January by the Fijian Meteorological Service. Source: Supplied 5.24pm: Parts of Cairns will see a storm surge of up to 2m when Cyclone Yasi hits, expected to be about 1am (AEST) on Thursday. As it changes direction, the system is also expected to intensify into a Category 3 cyclone. Yasi deepened rapidly over the next 24 hours, and was classified as a Category 3 cyclone at about 5 PM AEST (07:00 UTC) on 31 January 2011. [38], According to residents in Tully, the town was "...a scene of mass devastation". SHARE. [19], Between 23–30 January, strong winds and swells were observed in Tuvalu, as Tropical Cyclones Wilma and Yasi developed and passed. Cyclone Yasi tracking north-west of Fiji's main island. Posted February 03, 2016 10:41:52 Top Stories. Cyclone Yasi forecast track map released by the weather bureau at 6pm (AEDT) on February 1, 2011. Active Tropical Storms Northwest Pacific Storms. Media outlets referred to the storm as "what could be the state's worst cyclone in history". [32][34], In Mission Beach near where Cyclone Yasi made landfall, wind gusts were estimated to have reached 290 km/h (180 mph), leaving behind much damage. The system quickly intensified to a cyclone category to the north of Vanuatu and was named Yasi at 10pm on the 30th by Fiji Meteorological Service. Cyclone Yasi is hitting the north Queensland town of Tully with full force, with locals already saying the storm is worse than Cyclone Larry which devastated the region in 2006. [27] After the system passed over the island, it became clear that the strong winds and storm surge had damaged the radar, key observing systems as well as communications, operational and life support infrastructure. [33], Waves as high as 12 m (39.37 ft) were predicted to hit the north Queensland coast as the storm surge caused by Cyclone Yasi combined with a high tide of up to 7 m (23 ft) above average. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi began developing as a tropical low northwest of Fiji on 29th January and started tracking on a general westward track. It is normally issued during the TC season from 1 Nov to 30 Apr, but also outside this period if required for a potential or active cyclone. Many windows are believed to have been broken as residents reported the sound of glass breaking throughout the night as the storm moved through. [35] A storm surge estimated to have reached 7 m (23 ft) destroyed several structures along the coast and pushed up to 300 m (980 ft) inland. [36] In the hours after the storm's passage, police could not venture beyond their station grounds as the situation had yet to be declared safe. It was also noted that the system had altered the shape of the island and cleared most of its vegetation. Tropical cyclones derive their energy from the warm tropical oceans and do not form unless the sea-surface temperature is above 26.5°C. Officials had 'prior information' of Sri Lanka bombings that killed almost 300 (photos) Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi began developing as a tropical low northwest of Fiji on 29th January and started tracking on a general westward track. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi (/ˈjɑːsiː/) was a powerful and destructive tropical cyclone that made landfall in northern Queensland, Australia in early 2011, causing major damage to the affected areas. A storm’s strength is measured by wind speeds, and Tropical Cyclone Yasi brought sustained winds of 250 kilometers (155 miles) per hour, and gusts up to 305 kilometers (190 miles) per hour. [37] As the eye of the storm moved over several towns in Queensland, news reporters took the opportunity to give brief damage assessments before the eyewall returned. [18], Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi directly impacted the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and parts of Australia, while parts of Fiji and Papua New Guniea were indirectly impacted. 40% Chance the remnants of Cyclone Yasa will reach NZ 20% Chance Cyclone Yasa will prompt severe weather warnings in NZ if it reaches us. [57], The Australian Defence Force (ADF) response was designated Operation Yasi Assist. The deluge also continued in northern South Australia as vast areas continued to get rain. Sporting a well-defined eye, Yasi had maximum sustained winds of 120 knots (220 kilometers per hour) and gusts up to 145 knots (270 kilometers per hour). CYCLONE ZAZU Category 2 this morning but will drop back to Category 1 as it drops south over cooler sea temperatures and less favourable conditions. [39] As daybreak came, reports from the town stated that about 90% of the structures along the main avenue sustained extensive damage. The Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer on NASA’s Terra satellite captured this natural-color image at 10:00 a.m. Queensland time (00:00 Universal Time) on February 1. [25], As Yasi moved into the Australian region meteorological data from the weather station on Willis Island was used to help monitor the system. Based on current forecasts, the clockwise loop is expected to occur by Wednesday when TC Yasa will take a Southeasterly track towards Fiji. It did not cause as much damage as government expected, as it missed major cities. Originating as a tropical low near Fiji on 26 January, the system intensified to tropical cyclone status during the evening of 30 January. As it changes direction, the system is also expected to intensify into a Category 3 cyclone. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi began developing as a tropical low northwest of Fiji on 29 January 2011 and started tracking on a general westward track. Most of the beach had lost its sand and every structure was damaged to some degree. [42] In Tully, the high school was destroyed and will need to be rebuilt. In Milne Bay Province, local officials advised residents living along the coast to move to higher grounds. It started moving in a general westward track the same day. An unknown number of homes were completely destroyed as intense winds, estimated at 209 km/h (130 mph), battered the area. Season 2010-2011 Tropical Cyclone YASI Track Map: Season 2010-2011 Summaries (Operational Data): - Previous TC | 2010-2011 Season | Next TC->> Lat/long Grid: Show Hide Date Labels: Show Hide. Full recovery of coral reefs from tropical cyclone (TC) damage can take decades, making cyclones a major driver of habitat condition where they occur regularly. [28], By the time Yasi crossed into Australian basin, preparations for the storm were under way. [53] In north-west Victoria, Mildura recorded the highest daily rainfall total on record, with 142 mm (5.6 in) and Lyndhurst, a suburb of Melbourne recorded 180 mm (7.1 in) of rain in the 24 hours falling up to 9am AEDT (22:00 UTC) on 5 February. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi began developing as a tropical low northwest of Fiji on 29 January 2011 and started tracking on a general westward track. [15] Upon being classified a tropical cyclone, Yasi was located about 370 km (230 mi) northeast of Vanuatu. The storm still poses some threat to Tonga and Niue today. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasa was the strongest tropical cyclone in the South Pacific since Winston in 2016, as well as the fourth most intense tropical cyclone on record in the basin. A large cyclone is heading for the populated E coast of Queensland in Australia. The storm caused an estimated AU$3.5 billion (US$3.6 billion) in damage, making it the costliest tropical cyclone to hit Australia on record (not accounting for inflation; otherwise, Cyclone Tracy was costlier). [54], On 6 February, the BOM reported that Ex-Tropical Cyclone Yasi was 85 km (53 mi) north of Yulara[55] and that heavy rains continued in the Alice Springs area. Officials had 'prior information' of Sri Lanka bombings that killed almost 300 (photos) Yasi also brought substantial rainfall. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi | Bureau of Meteorology Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi began developing as a tropical low northwest of Fiji on 29 January and started tracking on a general westward track. The system quickly intensified to a cyclone category to the north of Vanuatu and was named Yasi at 10pm on the 30th by Fiji Meteorological Service. Posted February 03, 2011 09:09:00 Cyclone Yasi tracking map issued by … The storm's low-level circulation centre became increasingly defined and convective banding features were apparent along the northern periphery of the depression. Additionally, concerns over the building's windows came about as they flexed amidst winds over 200 km/h (120 mph). The storm passed between the two big cities of Cairns and Townsville which only suffered minor damage. How are cyclones formed? High winds and waves, however, were not the only trouble this storm caused. 40% Chance the remnants of Cyclone Yasa will reach NZ 20% Chance Cyclone Yasa will prompt severe weather warnings in NZ if it reaches us. [56], Even one week after the flooding rains, areas that were affected had become completely isolated. JTWC forecasters said Yasi would continue to strengthen and remain on a west-southwest track. [31] Thirty thousand people were evacuated from Cairns, including all patients from Cairns Base Hospital and Cairns Private Hospital who were airlifted by the Royal Australian Air Force and other agencies (such as the Royal Flying Doctor Service) to Brisbane. [2] The system had a well-defined eye and continued to track west-southwestward, maintaining a central pressure of 930 hPa (27 inHg) and a Dvorak intensity of T6.5 into the evening. Many other homes not destroyed sustained severe facade and or roof damage. The storm still poses some threat to Tonga and Niue today. [56] Damaging winds with gusts of more than 90 km/h hit Marla and Coober Pedy. Most of the automated surface observing systems and communications were subsequently restored and became operational, fifteen days after Yasi had passed over the island. The system quickly intensified to a cyclone category to the north of Vanuatu and was named Yasi at 10pm on 30 January by the Fijian Meteorological Service. [12] Considerable development took place on the following day, prompting the Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) to issue a Tropical Cyclone Formation Alert. [16] Continuing to rapidly intensify, Yasi attained severe tropical cyclone intensity with ten-minute sustained winds of at least 120 km/h (75 mph) on 31 January, as the primary convective band wrapped around the storm's centre. Yasi Cyclone Yasi hit the Queensland Coast, in the Mission beach area on 3 February 2011 as a category 5 cyclone. Season 2010-2011 Tropical Cyclone YASI Track Map: Season 2010-2011 Summaries: - Previous TC | BoM 2010-2011 Season | Next TC->> Lat/long Grid: Show Hide Date Labels: Show Hide. Tropical Cyclone Yasi was the biggest storm in Queensland's history, with more than 10,000 people moved from their homes. [45], The water-supply system had failed in Townsville and there was only 24 hours supply, while the water had run out at Magnetic Island in one day. [57] At Challenger Gold Mine 150 people were isolated and emergency supplies had to be flown in. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi began developing as a tropical low northwest of Fiji on the 29th of January and started tracking on a general western track. Cyclone Yasi developed as a tropical low north-west of Fiji on 29 January 2011. © 2018-21 Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Limited. With TC Yasa forecast to take a similar track, Fijians are being advised to prepare now. Tropical Cyclone Yasa Forecast Track Map The forecast path shown above is the Nadi’s best estimate of the cyclone’s future movement and intensity. Evacuation centres are opening across Fiji as a powerful cyclone … [52], On 5 February, the remnants of Yasi as a tropical low created torrential rain as rainfall of 140 mm (5.5 in) was recorded in Terowie and Yongala. Cyclone Yasi Track Map 2011. Season 2010-2011 Tropical Cyclone YASI Track Map: Season 2010-2011 Summaries: - Previous TC | BoM 2010-2011 Season | Next TC->> Lat/long Grid: Show Hide Date Labels: Show Hide. Duration: 03:33 12/16/2020. The most dangerous part of any cyclone is the dense wall of cloud surrounding the eye (a cyclones's low pressure centre), characterised by … [21] During 28–30 January, Yasi's precursor tropical depression caused rain and strong winds over the Fijian islands off Rotuma, Vanua Levu, Taveuni and the northern Yasawa Islands. Tropical Cyclone Yasi track. Severe Tropical Cyclone Yasi began developing as a tropical low northwest of Fiji on 29th January and started tracking on a general westward track. PO Box 334, Suva, Fiji. The building was threatened by Yasi's storm surge which exceeded 3 m (9.8 ft). Evacuees were reportedly hammering boards at the bottom of doors to prevent water from further entering the structure. Operational Tropical Cyclone Data : JTWC Advisories | BoM Warnings. Yasi was also indirectly responsible for the death of a 23-year-old man, who died from suffocation by generator exhaust fumes.[7][8]. It did however destroy 30% of the houses in Tully. [48] By 5 February, A$2 billion (US$2.03 billion) was confirmed to have been lost in agriculture, mining and local government. [52] Many of those who evacuated the devastated areas including emergency workers were stranded. This collection is a record of MODIS satellite imagery before, during and after severe cyclone Yasi in February 2011. CloudSat overpassed the storm at 1520 UTC on February 1, 2011, about 32 hours before the storm hit the coast. [9] Little development took place over the following two days,[10] though it was classified as a tropical depression on 27 January. Initial estimates stated that damage to sugar cane alone could reach A$505 million. Early estimates of damage put the cost at about AU$100 million. 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