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Hurricane Cosme weakened after being tracked by NASA satellites, causing strong winds on Clarion Island, Mexico. The storm was expected to continue weakening and drop to tropical depression status on June 27.
A tropical depression formed in the western Caribbean Sea on June 17, with maximum sustained winds near 35 mph. The center of the depression will move inland over southern Belize before potentially emerging into the Bay of Campeche, where it could strengthen into Tropical Storm Barry.
Heavy rainfall rates were detected in Tropical Storm Andrea by NASA's TRMM satellite, with rates reaching up to 5 inches per hour in the southern part of the storm. The storm intensified into a tropical storm on June 5, with maximum sustained winds near 40 mph.
Hurricane Barbara made landfall along Mexico's southern Pacific coast, with NASA-NOAA satellites capturing its movement and rainfall rates. The storm weakened into a tropical depression after making landfall, with remnants dissipating over the western Gulf of Mexico.
Hurricane Barbara strengthened into a hurricane before making landfall, but quickly weakened into a tropical depression after interacting with the Mexican coast. Satellite imagery showed cloud tops warming and thunderstorms fragmenting around the storm's center.
The HS3 mission will explore tropical cyclones of Cape Verde origins, including Hurricane Nadine in 2012. Researchers hope to obtain a more complete data set to better understand hurricane formation and intensity changes.
The HS3 mission will investigate hurricane formation and intensity change in the Atlantic Ocean basin using two unmanned Global Hawk aircraft. The aircraft will be equipped with advanced instruments to measure eyewall and rainband winds, precipitation, and atmospheric temperature and humidity profiles.
Tropical Storm Alvin quickly weakened into a remnant low pressure area, embedded within the Inter-tropical Convergence Zone, after being named on May 15. The National Hurricane Center issued its final advisory on May 17, predicting winds would gradually diminish and not regenerate.
Tropical Storm Alvin was the first to be named in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, as observed by NASA's Aqua satellite. The storm showed bands of thunderstorms wrapping into its low-level center, strengthening further over May 16.
The first tropical depression of the Eastern Pacific hurricane season formed on May 15, according to NASA data. Tropical Depression One-E was detected by the Aqua satellite and showed signs of strong thunderstorms with heavy rainfall potential.
Tropical Cyclone Jamala and newborn Tropical Cyclone 01B are both intensifying in the Indian Ocean, with Jamala forecast to reach hurricane strength and make landfall on May 14 or 15 in northwestern Burma and eastern Bangladesh.
A new study projects a significant increase in tropical cyclones affecting Hawaii, with conditions becoming more favorable for hurricane formation due to global warming. The study suggests that despite potential decreases in tropical cyclones globally, Hawaii may experience a rise in near-shore storms.
The new model helps authorities find a sensible balance in mitigating natural hazards, taking into account deep uncertainties and limited resources. The study provides methods to estimate the expected value of damage and predict probabilities of disasters.
A new metric called Track Integrated Kinetic Energy (TIKE) measures the destructive potential of hurricanes by considering storm size, duration, and intensity. TIKE provides a more accurate picture of hurricane activity than existing metrics, which could help emergency managers and businesses prepare for storms.
Cyclone Imelda's weakening is attributed to strong wind shear in the Southern Indian Ocean. The storm's precipitation has been pushed southeast of its center, exposing the low-level circulation center.
Cyclone Imelda's eye appeared clearly on visible imagery from NASA's Aqua satellite on April 14, but closed by April 15 due to cloud coverage. The storm was also elongated from west to east, with weakening convection around its low-level center.
The 'Chemistry of the Bar' symposium delves into the scientific secrets of popular cocktails, including the Hurricane's key ingredients, their chemical compositions and sensory evaluations. The study highlights the importance of ingredient freshness and notes that using premium rum may not improve the taste.
New research from the Niels Bohr Institute predicts a tenfold increase in extreme storm surges due to global warming, resulting in 'Katrina' magnitude storms every other year. The study suggests that 0.4 degrees Celcius warming already leads to a doubling of extreme storm surges and an additional 3-4 times increase with further warming.
Research shows that even five years after Hurricane Katrina, heart attacks were still less likely to occur during the morning or on weekdays and instead more frequent at night and on weekends. Prolonged periods of stress are believed to be the most likely cause for these changes.
A study found that six years after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans residents experienced a three-fold increased risk of heart attack. Psychosocial factors, including chronic stress and anxiety disorders, played a significant role in this increase.
Hurricane Sandy caused significant damage to NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia, removing protective berm and beach erosion. The facility is now working to conduct an out-of-cycle beach replenishment and repair the damaged berm.
Experts emphasize the need for climate-resilient infrastructure due to rising sea levels and more frequent extreme weather events. University of New Hampshire professor Paul Kirshen will discuss water infrastructure management under a changing climate at the AAAS Annual Meeting.
Cyclone Gino maintained a large area of powerful thunderstorms with cold cloud top temperatures, indicating heavy rainfall. The storm's eye weakened due to cooler sea surface temperatures and increasing wind shear.
Cyclone Gino strengthens with powerful thunderstorms and a ragged eye, but will weaken as it moves into cooler waters. The storm is expected to transition to a cold core low pressure area by February 15.
A rapid response science team from the University of Texas at Austin will map the impact of Hurricane Sandy on Long Island's offshore barrier system. The study aims to restore sand and protect coastal residences, estuaries, and ecosystems affected by the storm.
During Hurricane Sandy, internet outages in the US nearly doubled to 0.43%, affecting New Jersey and New York most significantly. The USC study provides valuable insights into disaster preparedness, informing how ISPs allocate resources to restore access after a disaster.
A new climate model simulates the effects of Arctic hurricanes on ocean water circulation and climate, suggesting potentially cooler conditions in Europe and North America. The research finds that polar lows influence the sinking of dense cold water in the North Atlantic, driving large-scale ocean circulation.
The NASA HS3 mission has ended its 2012 campaign with a final data-collection flight in the North Pacific Ocean. The Global Hawk aircraft tested three new hurricane-tracking instruments: HIWRAP, HIRAD, and HAMSR, which will be used in next year's campaign to study hurricanes and severe storms.
The 2012 Atlantic Hurricane season was marked by 19 tropical cyclones, with 10 becoming hurricanes and one major hurricane. The TRMM satellite's accurate measurements revealed high rainfall totals in 'Hurricane Alley,' with some areas receiving over 38 inches of rain.
The Geological Society of America has organized a break-out discussion panel to address the devastating effects of Hurricane Sandy on rapid sea-level rise and its impacts. Geoscience experts will discuss the changes caused by the storm to the U.S. East Coast, tying into scheduled presentations on the topic.
A father-son team has developed a mathematical model to balance costs and benefits of different disaster protection strategies. The approach considers optimization techniques and helps communities make informed choices about protection measures.
The Suomi NPP satellite captured a night-time view of New York City, New Jersey, and eastern Pennsylvania, revealing the extent of the power outages caused by Hurricane Sandy's landfall on October 29. The images show areas where power has not been restored, with comparisons to earlier images highlighting the affected regions.
Hurricane Sandy's heavy rainfall caused catastrophic flooding along the US eastern seaboard, with rainfall totals over 260mm in open Atlantic waters and 180mm in coastal areas. The storm resulted in over 120 reported deaths, mainly due to flooding and high winds.
The Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) on NASA/NOAA's Suomi NPP captured a composite image of Hurricane Sandy just hours before its historic landfall. The satellite's day-night band sensor revealed city lights and clouds illuminated by the full moon, providing a unique view of the storm's structure.
The elderly are disproportionately affected by disasters like Hurricane Sandy due to inadequate disaster infrastructure and response. Experts highlight the need for targeted policies and refined programs to enhance existing systems of care.
The animation shows Hurricane Sandy's transformation from a strengthening tropical depression to a ferocious Nor'easter that brought devastating damage to the mid-Atlantic region. Total damage was estimated at $20 billion dollars.
Tropical Storm Rosa is intensifying rapidly, with strong convection around its center hinting at heavy rainfall and powerful thunderstorms. The storm's maximum sustained winds are near 40 mph, and it's expected to strengthen before weakening by November 1.
Hurricane Sandy was a massive storm that covered 1.8 million square miles from the Mid-Atlantic to Canada and New England. NASA satellites captured its size, with maximum sustained winds near 75 mph and minimum central pressure rising to 952 millibars.
The TRMM satellite provided valuable insights into Hurricane Sandy's properties, including a weak eyewall with modest precipitation and relatively light updrafts. The satellite also detected vigorous storm cells in the super-sized rainband extending to the west and north of the hurricane's center.
NASA used CloudSat and Aqua satellites to study Hurricane Sandy's structure and behavior, revealing a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds near 75 mph. The storm's large wind field and heavy precipitation associated with its outer bands posed significant challenges for the eastern US coast.
Hurricane Sandy is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds to the Mid-Atlantic region, with forecasters calling it a potential 'Frankenstorm'. NASA satellites have provided crucial rainfall data, helping predict total rainfall amounts of 6-12 inches across Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Hurricane Sandy's powerful storm system is moving towards the Bahamas, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall. The satellite imagery captures a large area of cold cloud tops indicating the storm's power, with temperatures as low as -63 Fahrenheit (-52 Celsius) in some areas.
Tropical Storm Tony is a small, compact storm traveling through the central Atlantic Ocean. The storm's maximum sustained winds are near 45 mph, with some strengthening expected before gradual weakening.
Tropical Storm Sandy is expected to become a hurricane before reaching Jamaica and Cuba, prompting hurricane warnings and watches for the region. The storm's strongest thunderstorms are surrounded by cloud top temperatures as cold as -63F (-52C), indicating hurricane-force winds.
Tropical Storm Sandy's intensification confirmed by NASA research, reaching hurricane strength in just six hours. The storm showed good organization and powerful 'hot towers' near its center of circulation.
Tropical Depression 19 shows a distinctive backwards letter 'C' structure in its strongest thunderstorms. The National Hurricane Center notes the depression has a small but persistent cluster of deep convection near its center.
Tropical Depression 18 (TD18) formed in the southwestern Caribbean Sea on Oct. 22, according to NASA's TRMM satellite. The depression has a 'hot towering' thunderstorm indicating potential intensification within 6 hours.
Hurricane Rafael's northwestern fringe clouds brushed Nova Scotia, Canada, just days before merging with the cold front, generating life-threatening ocean swells. The storm's transformation into an extra-tropical cyclone was characterized by a shift in its core system.
Hurricane Rafael's large span covers several hundred miles and dwarfs Bermuda, with the National Hurricane Center predicting 2-4 inches of rainfall and tropical-storm-force winds. The merging of systems is expected to cause Rafael to transition into a powerful extra-tropical low moving eastward over the far north Atlantic.
Hurricane Paul is forecast to make landfall in Baja California, bringing heavy rainfall and hurricane-force winds. The storm's center is expected to pass near Mexico's Socorro Island, which has already been battered by the hurricane.
Hurricane Paul has strengthened into a hurricane with maximum sustained winds near 90 mph, posing a threat to Baja California with heavy rainfall expected between 2-4 inches. The National Hurricane Center warns of dangerous surf and tropical storm conditions along the coast by Oct 16.
Tropical Storm Rafael is expected to bring heavy rainfall and flash flooding to the northern Leeward Islands, with isolated totals reaching up to 12 inches. The storm is also forecasted to impact Bermuda late on Tuesday, Oct. 16, prompting a Tropical Storm Watch for the island.
Tropical Storm Patty formed on October 11 and showed strong thunderstorms around its center, intensifying into a tropical storm within six hours. NASA's satellite imagery captured the storm's rainfall intensity and cloud heights, indicating a potential strengthening of the system before it weakens due to dry air.
The 16th Atlantic tropical depression has formed northeast of the Bahamas and is expected to move southwest, potentially affecting the region. The National Hurricane Center tracks its movement and potential impact.
The HS3 mission has provided valuable insights into the characteristics of long-lived tropical cyclones like Hurricane Nadine. The Global Hawk aircraft gathered data on Nadine's winds, temperature, and humidity, helping scientists understand how these storms can intensify despite being affected by dry air and strong westerly winds.
Tropical Storm Oscar is being battered by strong northwesterly wind shear, with NASA's Aqua satellite capturing images of the storm's clouds and showers southeast of its center. The National Hurricane Center expects Oscar to dissipate late on Oct. 5, 2012.
Tropical Storm Oscar's clouds and showers were primarily southeast of its center due to wind shear. The storm is expected to dissipate late Oct. 5 as strong southerly winds batter it.
Nadine, a tropical cyclone, was monitored by NASA's TRMM satellite before its dissipation on October 4, 2012. The satellite showed minimal rainfall remaining in the storm, indicating its impending demise.
NASA's TRMM satellite observed very little rainfall in Nadine on its final pass before dissolution on October 4, 2012. Nadine was producing light to moderate rainfall east of its center when a cold front approached, contributing to its demise.
NASA's Aqua satellite captured two infrared images of Tropical Storms Nadine and Oscar on October 3, showing contrasting storm behavior. Infrared imagery revealed strong convection and thunderstorms in Oscar, but not in Nadine, as it merges with a cold front.