Pacific Ocean - Current Affairs Questions and Answers

1)   Which tropical storm has intensified in the eastern Pacific Ocean on 17th October 2015?

a. Olaf
b. Sven
c. Viktor
d. None of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Olaf

Explanation:
Tropical storm Olaf has intensified in eastern Pacific Ocean though it poses no threat currently. Olaf is located 2475 km southwest of southernmost tip of Baja California peninsula in Mexico. The speed of the storm’s wind is increasing to 85 kph and it is moving west at the speed of 12 mph. However, there are no coastal watches or warnings for the same.