Articles tagged with Rain
Two articles investigate influence of climate, erosion, and tectonics on Bolivian Andes landscape. Researchers conclude that tectonics play primary role in shaping Earth's surface, not rainfall patterns. Tectonic deformation controls pattern of rock uplift and erosion rates.
NASA's TRMM satellite measured heavy rainfall at a rate of over 147 mm/h in the northwestern side of Hurricane Amanda's eye wall. The storm weakened to a tropical storm with maximum sustained winds near 65 mph.
System 92B dissipated on May 27 after struggling to develop in the Bay of Bengal, with NASA's TRMM and Aqua satellites capturing data on its rainfall rates and cloud heights. The storm had strong thunderstorms and generated heavy rainfall before wind shear took its toll.
Hurricane Amanda strengthened into a Category 4 hurricane over the Memorial Day weekend, with maximum sustained winds near 155 mph. The storm is currently moving north-northwest at 7 mph and has a minimum central pressure of 932 millibars.
The National Hurricane Center expects TD1E to strengthen into a tropical storm later today. The depression has maximum sustained winds increasing to 35 mph (55 kph) and is moving west-northwest at 5 mph (7 kph).
NASA's Aqua and TRMM satellites captured data on System 92B, showing heavy rainfall and powerful convective storms in the Bay of Bengal. The system is moving north at 5 knots and has a high potential for developing into a significant tropical cyclone within 24 hours.
NASA's TRMM satellite observed strong thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in System 92B, a developing tropical low pressure area in the Bay of Bengal. The storm showed organized clouds and tall storms reaching heights of over 8.7 miles.
Groundwater pumping in California's Central Valley depletes the aquifer, raising the Sierra Nevada and Coast Mountain Ranges by a few millimeters each year, creating stress on faults that could increase earthquake risk. Scientists report their results in Nature, finding cumulative rise over 150 years of up to 15 centimeters.
Groundwater pumping has raised Sierra Nevada mountain range by up to 6 inches over the past 150 years. The seasonal changes in the Central Valley aquifer have been linked to microquakes on the San Andreas Fault.
A first-year Environmental Science student at the University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus published a literature review on the Southeast Asian monsoon in Geoscience Frontiers. The study found that future climate warming could lead to a 15-day delay in the monsoon onset by the start of the next century.
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit Mexico's Guerrero State on May 8, triggering rain from dissipating tropical low pressure system System 90E. NASA's Aqua satellite captured an infrared image of the system three hours later, showing high cloud tops and potential for heavy rainfall.
The TRMM satellite recorded severe weather affecting the Great Plains from May 8 to 9, including three tornadoes in Minnesota. The satellite detected intense rainfall rates of over 6.4 inches per hour in Arkansas and Texas.
System 90E is a tropical low-pressure area located southwest of Zihuatenejo, Mexico, heading towards landfall in the region. The National Hurricane Center has given it a 20% chance of becoming a tropical cyclone over the next 48 hours.
System 91B brought heavy rainfall to southern India and Sri Lanka on May 6, with TRMM's Precipitation Radar revealing rates of up to 66 mm per hour. The system has since moved inland over southwestern India, weakening and becoming less organized.
The Integrated Precipitation and Hydrology Experiment field campaign aims to better understand mountain weather patterns and improve precipitation measurement. Researchers will combine ground-based measurements with airborne sensors and satellite data to gain insights into the complex processes of mountain rainfall.
A new study reveals that the South Asian summer monsoon is experiencing significant changes in extreme wet and dry events, leading to an increased risk of drought and flood in central India. The researchers found that the intensity of wet spells and the number of dry spells have both been increasing in recent decades.
Tropical Cyclone Jack had weakened to a tropical depression when NASA's TRMM satellite passed above on April 22, 2014. Rainfall rates reached over 130mm/hr near the center, while wind shear continued to impact the system, ultimately leading to its dissipation in the Southern Indian Ocean by April 23.
Tropical Cyclone Jack weakened significantly after two observations by NASA's TRMM satellite on April 21, with maximum sustained winds dropping from 90 knots to 30 knots. Rainfall rates reached up to 197 mm/hr, indicating a powerful storm before its final weakening.
Tropical Cyclone Jack strengthened quickly after forming on April 20, but strong vertical wind shear is expected to weaken the storm. The Joint Typhoon Warning Center notes that despite this, the storm continued to build thunderstorms and elongate to the southeast.
Scientists at the University of Central Florida and Arizona are extending the length of a high-intensity laser beam by surrounding it with a secondary beam, sustaining the central beam for greater distances. The goal is to stimulate static charged particles in clouds, leading to rain and lightning activity.
A University of Utah-led study reveals that a curvy jet stream pattern, bringing mild temperatures to the US West and harsh cold to the East, became more pronounced 4,000 years ago. This pattern may worsen as Earth's climate warms, contributing to extreme winter weather events.
The TRMM satellite provided near-real time precipitation data for Tropical Cyclone Ita, estimating rainfall totals of up to 400 mm in northeastern Australia. The satellite also captured a 3-D image of the storm's structure, showing that some clouds were reaching heights of over 13 km.
Remnants of Tropical Depression Peipah continue to bring scattered thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rain showers across the southern Philippines. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued flood advisories for several regions due to the lingering storm system.
Tropical Cyclone Ita weakened to a tropical storm after making landfall in northeastern Queensland, Australia. NASA's TRMM and Suomi NPP satellites captured imagery of the storm's elongating structure and heavy rainfall rates.
Tropical Cyclone Ita has intensified to a Category Four hurricane with winds near 132 mph, threatening catastrophic damage and power outages in Queensland. NASA's Terra satellite captured visible images of the storm, revealing powerful thunderstorms and heavy rainfall rates reaching up to 163 mm/h.
Researchers will study amounts and types of aerosols influencing cloud formation in the Amazonia region. The three-year project aims to understand how the Amazon rainforest influences storm formation and internal water cycling.
Tropical Cyclone Ita intensified with a large eye feature and sustained winds of 65 knots/75 mph. Rainfall analysis revealed rain falling at over 99 mm/h within its feeder bands.
Tropical Depression Peipah is intensifying as it approaches the central Philippines, with forecasters predicting landfall by April 11. The NASA Aqua satellite's infrared data shows high cloud-top temperatures indicating potential for heavy rainfall, with estimated amounts ranging from 5 to 15 mm per hour.
Tropical Cyclone Peipah passed Palau on April 5, weakening to a tropical depression with sustained winds near 25 knots. The storm is expected to make landfall in northeastern Mindanao before moving through the central or Visayas region.
Researchers discuss catastrophic rock avalanches, evidence of ancient rainfall, and geological phenomena in the High Atlas Mountains, western United States, and Italy. The studies provide insights into Earth's history, including a 4.5 ka seismic event, tectonic settings, and paleoprecipitation patterns.
Tropical Cyclone Hellen rapidly weakened after hitting Madagascar, but its remnants showed signs of life in the Mozambique Channel. TRMM satellite data revealed strong convective thunderstorms with heavy rainfall rates up to 75 mm/h, indicating potential regenerating activity.
Tropical Cyclone Hellen's heavy rain rates were detected by NASA's TRMM satellite, with rainfall rates reaching over 44 mm/hour near its eye. The storm's remnants re-emerged in the Mozambique Channel, posing a potential regrowth threat.
A 3,500-year-old Egyptian inscription describes rain, darkness and stormy weather, suggesting a massive Thera eruption in the Mediterranean Sea. The revised dating of the pharaoh Ahmose's reign could change scholars' understanding of critical junctures in human history.
Tropical Cyclone Hellen made landfall in west central Madagascar, with powerful thunderstorms and cloud top temperatures exceeding -63F/-52C. The storm developed in the Mozambique Channel and rapidly intensified into a Category IV cyclone before making landfall.
A new study predicts that 12% of land will experience drought by 2100 due to rainfall changes alone, but this number increases to 30% with consideration of evaporative drying. The warming climate may lead to food-price shocks and water scarcity in regions like the US, China, and Africa.
Tropical Cyclone Gillian reached Category 5 hurricane status with winds of over 140 knots when NASA's TRMM satellite passed overhead on March 23. Data analysis revealed intense storms and heavy rainfall, but the storm weakened to a tropical storm by March 26.
NASA's TRMM satellite gathered data on rainfall rates in the South China Sea as Tropical Depression TD04W weakened. The storm's remnants dissipated near Vietnam, marking the end of a potential regeneration threat.
The NASA-JAXA Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) Core Observatory has released its first images, capturing precipitation falling inside a March cyclone over the northwest Pacific Ocean. The data show high-quality measurements of global precipitation, including light drizzle, heavy downpours, and falling snow.
Tropical Depression 04W brought moderate rainfall to Palawan, Philippines on March 24. The depression had weakened to a remnant low pressure area by then, moving through the Sulu Sea. NASA's TRMM satellite showed heavy rainfall rates of up to 1.2 inches per hour in the region.
Tropical Cyclone Gillian has re-formed just south of Java, Indonesia, with improved central convection and symmetric shape. The cyclone is expected to intensify to hurricane-force over the Southern Indian Ocean.
The Landsat satellite helps track urban change, which impacts a community's flood risk, using data from NASA and the US Geological Survey. Urbanization increases flood risk as impermeable surfaces absorb water, leading to more frequent and severe flooding.
NASA's TRMM satellite spotted towering thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in the remnants of Tropical Cyclone Gillian, indicating some power still present. The storm is expected to move west across the Timor Sea away from Northern Territory.
A new analysis reveals that dust in the air absorbs sunlight west of India, warming the air and strengthening winds carrying moisture eastward. The study also shows that natural airborne particles can influence rainfall in unexpected ways, with changes in one location rapidly affecting weather thousands of miles away.
TRMM satellite data shows heavy rainfall rates and powerful thunderstorms in the northeast Gulf of Carpentaria, indicating a potential rebirth of Tropical Cyclone Gillian. The system is expected to intensify over the next 24-36 hours, posing gusty winds and heavy rainfall to coastal communities.
Tropical Cyclone Lusi battled vertical wind shear pushing precipitation away from its center. The storm showed strongest thunderstorms being pushed south of the circulation center.
A new study by Scripps Institution of Oceanography predicts that some regions will experience an increase of up to 30 more dry days per year due to climate change. This shift in precipitation patterns will have significant impacts on vegetation, soil moisture, and water resources.
Tropical Cyclone Lusi intensified to hurricane force near Vanuatu, bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential flooding. The storm is expected to weaken on March 13 before transitioning into an extra-tropical storm.
The Ground Validation program gathers similar precipitation data on the ground to compare with satellite data, improving models and understanding precipitation physics. Remote campaigns and a Precipitation Science Research Facility supplement GPM data, allowing scientists to monitor precipitation under various conditions.
Researchers used crowdsourcing to collect hurricane rainwater samples during Hurricane Sandy, revealing the storm's chemical signature and improving understanding of extra-tropical hurricanes. The study provides new insights into how these storms interact with weather systems, aiding in hurricane forecasting.
Tropical Cyclone Hadi weakened to depression status, while Tropical Cyclone Lusi strengthened with maximum sustained winds near 50 knots/57.5 mph/92.6 kph. NASA's Aqua and TRMM satellites provided crucial rainfall data, cloud heights, and temperature information.
Tropical Cyclone Lusi has become better organized, with strong thunderstorms surrounding its center. The storm is expected to weaken due to cooler waters and increasing vertical wind shear.
The TRMM satellite's data revealed a large low-pressure center in the Pacific Ocean moving towards California, resulting in over four inches of rain and evacuation orders. The storm then affected Arizona, New Mexico, and eventually the Ohio Valley, with precipitation and snow covering large areas of the Eastern US.
A major winter storm brought snow and freezing rain to the US east coast on March 2-3, with data from NOAA's GOES-East satellite compiled into a video by NASA. The storm's movement was tracked using MODIS instrument data, providing a clear picture of its path.
The TRMM satellite observed heavy rainfall and towering thunderstorms around Tropical Storm Faxai, with rain falling at a rate of over 89 mm/hour. The storm is expected to move north and intensify before becoming extra-tropical.
NASA's TRMM satellite detected rising rainfall rates on February 27, indicating the birth of Tropical Storm Faxai. The storm formed over System 93W in the Northwestern Pacific, with maximum sustained winds near 35 knots.
A swirling Eastern Pacific Ocean storm system is heading towards California, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to the drought-stricken state. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the region, warning of potential flash flooding and debris flows in areas that recently burned from wildfires.
Tropical Cyclone 16P formed near Fiji, bringing heavy rainfall and flooding to the region. The cyclone was centered about 170 nautical miles northeast of Suva, Fiji, with maximum sustained winds near 35 knots.
The TRMM satellite revealed that Tropical Cyclone Guito produced heavy rainfall at a rate of over 50mm per hour in the Mozambique Channel. The satellite data contradicts earlier forecasts predicting landfall, highlighting the importance of accurate weather modeling and monitoring.
During strong El Niño events, tropical western Pacific sees a sudden drop in sea level, causing prolonged droughts in Samoa and triggering tropical cyclones near Tahiti. Computer climate models predict that these drops could become seasons ahead, helping island communities prepare for the next event.
NASA and NOAA combined satellite footage shows the massive winter storm's development and movement, with clouds and snow stretching from southern US to northeast. The storm brought freezing rain, significant snow accumulations, and ice storm warnings across mid-Atlantic states.