The name Bilis (Tagalog: bilis, [bɪ.ˈlɪs]) has been used for two tropical cyclones in the western North Pacific Ocean. The name was contributed by the Philippines and means speed in Tagalog.
Typhoon Bilis (2000) (T0010, 18W, Isang)made landfall in Taiwan at Category 5 strength and China as a strong typhoon. Tropical Storm Bilis (2006) (T0604, 05W, Florita)a severe tropical storm that affected the Philippines, Taiwan, and China, causing over 800 fatalities.
The name Bilis was retired following the 2006 Pacific typhoon season and was replaced with Maliksi.
See also Similar names that have been used for tropical cyclones: List of storms named Billused in the Atlantic Ocean and the West Pacific Ocean. List of storms named Phyllisalso used in the West Pacific Ocean.
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