@earthsignalofficial: October 17, 2026 | Cook Islands, South Pacific Tropical Cyclone Wati has formed over Cook Islands waters, becoming the first named cyclone of the region’s 2026–27 season before the official South Pacific cyclone season begins on November 1. Wati developed from a tropical depression and was classified as a Category 1 tropical cyclone, moving southeast across the South Pacific. Its unusually early formation is notable because tropical cyclone activity can occur outside the official season, but October systems are less common. Forecasters will continue tracking Wati’s strength and path as it moves through the region. #TropicalCycloneWati #CookIslands #SouthPacific #TropicalCyclone #ExtremeWeather