Walaka and Kong-rey Become First Simultaneous Category 5 Storms on Earth in Years

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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There were two Category 5 typhoons at the same time on Earth this week, according to the Weather Channel.

Hurricane Walaka and Super Typhoon Kong-rey both attained Category 5 strength on Oct. 1 and Oct. 2.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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