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What is the area of calm winds near the equator called?

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The area of calm, light winds close to the equator is known as the doldrums.
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I think its called the doldrums. I had a friend who lived in Africa on the equator and i remember her mentioning this (this was also in 2007, so dont quote me here lol)

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