Articles tagged with Rain
Tropical Storm Michael showcased strong thunderstorms in its northeastern 'arm' with cloud top temperatures reaching -63 Fahrenheit (-52 Celsius), indicating heavy rainfall. The storm is expected to continue moving northeast and may strengthen into a hurricane by Friday due to relaxing wind shear.
A study by the University of Leeds finds that tropical forests produce significantly more rain than vegetation, with the Amazon and Congo forests maintaining rainfall over surrounding areas. This could have catastrophic consequences for people living thousands of kilometres away if these forests are destroyed.
Tropical Storm Isaac is bringing heavy rainfall and a storm surge to the US Gulf Coast region and lower Mississippi River Valley, with NASA satellites providing critical data on rainfall rates and intensity. The National Hurricane Center expects prolonged flooding in the affected area, with total rainfall amounts of 7-14 inches expected.
NASA's TRMM satellite spotted hot towers around Ileana's center, indicating a strong increase to hurricane status. The storm strengthened into a Category 2 hurricane with sustained winds of 80 mph within 24 hours.
Hurricane Isaac made two landfalls in southeastern Louisiana, causing widespread flooding due to its slow movement and intense energy from warm Gulf waters. The storm also brought isolated tornadoes as it moved inland, posing a significant threat to the region.
Tropical Storm Isaac is expected to make landfall in the US Gulf Coast, bringing storm surge and heavy rainfall. NASA satellites are providing critical data for forecasters to track the storm's progress.
Hurricane Isaac is expected to bring heavy rain and storm surge to the northern Gulf Coast. The large storm system poses a threat for flooding due to its slow movement over Louisiana, and residents are bracing for the arrival of the hurricane.
Tropical Storm Bolaven is generating heavy rainfall and has been causing concern for flooding as it makes landfall in North Korea and southeastern China. The storm's cloud cover was extensive, blanketing the region with heavy precipitation rates greater than 75 mm/hr.
Heavy rainfall observed by NASA's TRMM satellite over Tropical Storm Isaac poses significant risks to the eastern Caribbean, particularly Hispaniola and Cuba. The storm is expected to bring extreme rainfall totals of 8-12 inches, with isolated amounts reaching up to 20 inches.
Scientists suggest cloud seeding could reduce hurricane power by a category by increasing sunlight reflection in clouds above hurricane development regions. The technique, Marine Cloud Brightening, could also lead to increased rainfall in some areas but not others.
Tropical Storm Isaac is expected to bring heavy rainfall to the Eastern Caribbean, according to NASA's Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission satellite. The storm has weakened slightly since its formation in August, but remains a tropical storm with sustained winds near 40 mph.
Tropical Storm Isaac is bringing heavy rainfall to the Lesser Antilles, while Tropical Depression 10 forms east of Isaac. Both storms are showing good circulation and are expected to strengthen in the coming days.
A recent study suggests that the ancient Maya's extensive forest clearance may have exacerbated droughts in their empire, potentially hastening their decline. The research, published in Geophysical Research Letters, utilized computer simulations to model the impact of deforestation on climate patterns.
A new study finds that the frequency of extreme shifts in the South Pacific rain band will almost double in the next 100 years, resulting in increased floods and droughts. The warming atmosphere and oceans will also intensify these events, causing massive droughts, severe food shortages, and coral reef mortality.
A new database reveals that landslides kill ten times more people than previously thought, with 32,300 fatalities documented between 2004 and 2010. The Durham Fatal Landslide Database identifies areas most at risk, enabling policymakers to prioritize action to manage hazards and lessen human population risks.
Tropical storm Kai-tak is causing more rain in the Philippines as it passes over northern Luzon, with Public storm warning signals in effect for several provinces. The storm has dropped extreme amounts of rainfall, including intense precipitation of over 100mm/hr, affecting the island of Luzon and neighboring areas.
The TRMM satellite captured a small area of moderate to heavy rainfall around the center of Tropical Storm Hector, with rainfall rates reaching 2 inches per hour. However, wind shear from moderate east winds is expected to persist, preventing Hector from strengthening.
NASA is monitoring four tropical systems across the Atlantic, including Tropical Depression Ernesto, which is generating heavy rainfall over Mexico's mountains. Meanwhile, the remnants of Tropical Storm Florence are lingering near Puerto Rico, while Tropical Depression 7 and System 93L may develop into new cyclones in the coming days.
TRMM satellite data reveals areas of intense rainfall, with powerful convective thunderstorms dropping rain at a rate greater than 50mm/h, potentially intensifying the storm. Heavy rainfall is expected to cause flash floods and mudslides in affected regions, with up to 15 inches of rain predicted in some areas.
Heavy rainfall and high thunderstorms are expected from NASA's observations of Tropical Storm Ernesto, with estimated totals of 12 inches in isolated areas. The storm's center is surrounded by strong storms, producing cloud top temperatures as cold as -63F (-52C).
Tropical Storm Haikui made landfall in Zhejiang province, China, on August 8, bringing heavy rainfall with totals of up to 17 inches. The NASA Aqua satellite captured an image of the storm, showing an organized tropical storm with high thunderstorms casting shadows on surrounding clouds.
Tropical Storm Ernesto has its strongest thunderstorms on the eastern and northern sides of the storm. The area of strongest storms has expanded during the morning hours of August 7, wrapped around the center of circulation.
Typhoon Haikui is approaching mainland China, with NASA tracking its movement and intensity using visible and infrared light. The storm's strongest storms had cloud top temperatures near -63F, packing heavy rainfall.
Tropical Storm 13W showed strong uplift and high cloud tops north and east of its center, indicating powerful atmosphere circulation. Forecasters expect the storm to maintain intensity while tracking into drier air, preventing further intensification.
Typhoon Saola is approaching Taiwan but stretches over the north and central Philippines, triggering warnings. The storm's huge extent has triggered public storm warning signals across several provinces.
Researchers have confirmed the presence of the critically endangered snub-nosed monkey species in China's Yunnan province. The population is estimated to be less than 100 individuals and faces numerous threats due to habitat loss and hunting.
NASA's Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) satellite identified 'hot towers' in Typhoon Vicente, indicating rapid intensification. The storm intensified by 50 knots within six hours, with sustained winds reaching 120 knots.
Tropical Depression Khanun made landfall in western South Korea on July 19, bringing heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. The satellite tracked the northeastern progression of the cyclone as it moved toward North Korea and northeastern China, eventually dissipating due to atmospheric conditions.
Tropical Depression Khanun made landfall in South Korea on July 19, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds that caused widespread flooding and power outages. The storm's remnants moved over the Sea of Japan by 11 a.m. EDT, leaving behind significant damage and one reported fatality.
The TRMM satellite observed hurricane remnants dissipating in cool Eastern Pacific waters due to upper-level winds and surface temperatures below the necessary threshold for tropical cyclone maintenance. The remnants contained only light to moderate rainfall, located north of the low-pressure center.
Tropical Storm Khanun is weakening as it approaches a landfall in western South Korea, bringing heavy rainfall and high seas. The storm is expected to make landfall just south of the North Korean border and then rapidly weaken.
Tropical Storm Khanun is expected to increase in power and affect South and North Korea as it moves northward through the Yellow Sea. The TRMM satellite provided a 3-D view of Khanun's rainfall structure, showing powerful convective storms near the center pushing to heights of about 17 kilometers.
NASA's TRMM satellite observed hot towers within Tropical Depression 06E, which later became Tropical Storm Fabio. The research found that storms with hot towers were twice as likely to intensify within six hours than those without.
Tropical Storm Daniel, once a hurricane, is weakening due to moving over cooler waters in the Pacific Ocean. NASA's TRMM satellite data shows light to moderate rainfall with average Sea Surface Temperatures of around 24-25 C.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute have developed a smart headlight system that reduces glare caused by rain and snow. The system uses a camera to track raindrops and adjusts the light projection accordingly, eliminating 70-80% of visible rain during heavy storms.
Two hurricanes, Daniel and Emilia, are being tracked by NASA's TRMM satellite, which showed intense rainfall in Emilia's northwestern quadrant. Hurricane-force winds extend only 25 miles from the center of both storms, with Emilia expected to intensify further
NASA's TRMM satellite revealed heavy rain falling around the southern periphery of Tropical Storm Daniel's center, reaching rates of over 2 inches/50 mm per hour. The storm is moving westward into the open waters of the eastern Pacific, with maximum sustained winds increasing to 65 mph.
Researchers from the University of Illinois discovered that low rainfall and high temperatures increase the numbers of larvae in storm water catch basins. The study, published in Journal of Medical Entomology, highlights the importance of monitoring mosquito populations in these areas to track West Nile Virus disease cases.
Tropical Storm Daniel formed off western Mexico's coast and strengthened into a tropical storm, with NASA's TRMM satellite capturing images of its rainfall and towering clouds. Research shows that a hot tower in the eyewall is twice as likely to intensify within six hours than without one.
Tropical Depression 21P developed in the South Pacific Ocean between Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. The TRMM Satellite captured rainfall data and cloud heights, revealing a small but organized tropical cyclone with intense convective storms dropping heavy rainfall.
A study finds that the Agulhas rings drive the eastward branch of AMOC deep water transport. A prediction system to protect astronauts from solar storms has been designed and assessed.
Tropical depression Dokuri has weakened but remains a threat to the Philippines, with strong convection and thunderstorms being pushed away from its center. NASA's infrared satellite imagery shows cold cloud top temperatures indicating strong uplift, and warnings are in effect for several provinces.
Tropical Storm Debby caused widespread flooding and heavy rain in Florida, with the highest rainfall totals exceeding 380 mm (~15 inches). The storm's effects were felt well away from its center, resulting in an outbreak of tornadoes over central and southern Florida.
Researchers tracked elephant movement patterns in Kruger National Park, finding sharp changes at season thresholds. This approach offers a biologically relevant definition of seasons, distinct from arbitrary human-made boundaries.
TRMM satellite data shows Debby's heaviest rains were falling at a rate of over 2 inches per hour, with numerous reports of 6-10 inches of rain already reported. The storm is expected to bring very heavy rains to northern and central Florida.
A review of recent research articles found that the South Asian summer monsoon is expected to experience more variability in rainfall due to climate change. However, regional projections for devastating droughts and floods remain uncertain due to inconsistent observations and complex thermodynamic processes.
NASA satellite data shows Tropical Depression Talim's thunderstorms becoming disorganized as it interacts with Taiwan and a nearby frontal system. The depression is expected to dissipate later today due to these factors.
Tropical storm Talim brought almost 600 mm of rainfall to southern Taiwan, with intense rainfall rates reaching 50mm/hr in the Strait of Taiwan. The TRMM satellite captured powerful storms near Talim's center, indicating heights of up to 16km.
Tropical Storm Guchol made landfall in Japan, bringing heavy rainfall to the islands of Kyushu and Shikoku. The TRMM satellite detected a large area of rainfall over 500 km from the typhoon's center, highlighting the storm's impact on the region.
Tropical Storm Guchol weakened as it approached Japan, passing over the mainland on June 19, 2012. Radar and infrared imagery captured by NASA's TRMM and Aqua satellites showed a weakening typhoon with maximum sustained winds near 55 knots.
Tropical Storm Talim formed in the South China Sea on June 18, with NASA's TRMM satellite capturing moderate to heavy rainfall data. The storm is currently moving northeastward at 11 knots and is expected to weaken as it passes through the Strait of Taiwan.
Tropical Storm Talim is experiencing its heaviest rainfall in the south and western quadrants, with some areas reaching Vietnam. The storm is expected to strengthen as it moves northeast towards Taiwan, with sea surface temperatures allowing it to continue its trajectory.
Typhoon Guchol is intensifying and expected to bring rough surf, heavy rainfall, and typhoon conditions to Okinawa and western Japan over the weekend. The storm has spawned alerts in the Philippines and has a compact diameter of approximately 110 nautical miles.
Hurricane Carlotta has intensified, with powerful high thunderstorms almost 10 miles high, and is expected to bring heavy rainfall and flooding to Mexico. The storm is forecast to make landfall in the Mexican states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas.
Tropical Storm Carlotta has bitter cold cloud tops, indicating strong thunderstorms and high winds. The storm is expected to strengthen into a hurricane, bringing heavy rainfall, flooding, and mudslides to the Pacific coast of Mexico.
System 94E has a greater chance of development, with a 60% chance of becoming a tropical depression in the next two days. NASA's TRMM satellite observed heavy rainfall and intense convective storms within its area, indicating potential for cyclone formation.
Researchers discovered a novel trapping mechanism in Nepenthes gracilis pitcher plants, where heavy rain acts as a springboard to catch insects. The unique mechanism involves a thin film of water on the wettable rim, causing insects to slip and fall into the digestive fluid.
Researchers discovered a unique trapping mechanism in Nepenthes gracilis pitcher plants, where raindrops dislodge clinging ants, propelling them into the digestive cavity. This behavior allows for efficient capture of prey without manual intervention.
NASA TRMM satellite data shows Tropical Depression Kuena experiencing weaker rainfall rates between June 6 and 7. The storm's intense rainfall rates were found in convective storms that reached heights above 15km.
A recent study found that rain affects waterbird communities in urban estuaries, influencing their populations and diversity. Heavy rainfall leads to increased nutrient runoff, reducing small invertebrate populations and changing the dynamics of waterbird communities.