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Typhoon Wutip has lost its eye and elongated due to wind shear, with maximum sustained winds decreasing to 90 mph. The storm is forecast to continue weakening over the next few days, becoming a depression in a day or two.
Typhoon Wutip shows strong thunderstorms with cloud top temperatures as cold as -80 degrees Fahrenheit, indicative of a powerful storm. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for affected areas, predicting the typhoon to intensify and pass southwest of the Mariana Islands.
Tropical Depression 02W has strengthened into a tropical storm, with NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite capturing visible images of its organized center. The storm is forecast to intensify and potentially become a typhoon, affecting Guam and the surrounding areas.
Tropical Depression 02W has formed in the Northwestern Pacific Ocean, prompting warnings for Pohnpei, Chuuk and Yap States. NASA's Aqua satellite captured infrared data revealing areas with cloud top temperatures as cold as -80 degrees Fahrenheit.
A Cornell University team developed a smart control system that reduces energy usage by up to 10% by predicting accurate weather forecasts and building characteristics.
A new scale has been developed to characterize the strength and impacts of atmospheric rivers, which can deliver heavy precipitation to the Western United States. The scale assigns five categories to atmospheric rivers based on the amount of water vapor they carry and their duration in a given location.
Tropical Cyclone 12S has developed in the Southern Indian Ocean, with NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite capturing its formation on Feb. 5, 2019. The storm is expected to strengthen into a hurricane-force storm by Feb. 7, affecting the Republic of Mauritius.
Advances in weather forecasting have significantly improved accuracy, enabling reliable predictions up to 10 days in advance. This has enabled timely emergency preparations and evacuations for hazardous events like hurricanes and tornadoes, saving countless lives.
Simulating clouds over the Tibetan Plateau helps researchers understand the role of convective systems in disastrous Chinese weather events. The study reveals biased models with excessive water vapor lifting, leading to more high-level ice clouds and less middle-level cumulus cloud.
A new review paper by international climate experts highlights the prospects for skilful near-term climate predictions, out to just a few years ahead. These enhanced models feature the effects of man-made greenhouse gases and natural drivers, providing valuable information for policymakers and aid agencies.
DJ Seo, a civil engineering professor at UTA, is working on a project to merge forecasts and metrics from multiple sources into a single, integrated forecast. This will provide emergency management officials with more accurate and understandable information to make informed decisions during major weather events.
Researchers at Ohio University have found that tornadoes form from the ground up, contrary to long-held theories. This discovery has significant implications for tornado forecasting and warning systems.
A recent study by Chinese researchers reveals that horizontal heat flux in the mixed layer is crucial for extreme heat events. The analysis of a 2015 heatwave found that this factor, combined with sensible heat flux, drove high temperatures.
A collaborative research team examined predictive models used to forecast wind farm effects, revealing the importance of model resolution in simulating weather patterns. Higher vertical and horizontal resolutions improved simulations, but more study is needed to optimize wind energy deployment.
A new algorithm developed in the European TBO-Met project optimizes flight trajectories to reduce delays and enhance safety. The system can predict and mitigate weather-related uncertainties, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings.
NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite captured the remnants of Tropical Cyclone Owen showing a consolidating low level circulation center with deep convection building over the center. Sea surface temperatures are conducive for future tropical cyclone development, and forecast models indicate potential development over the next 24-36 hours.
Colorado State University scientists use the Madden-Julian Oscillation to forecast severe weather across the Plains and southeastern US. They achieved skillful predictions of severe weather activity about 60% to 70% of the time, including hail and tornadoes.
NASA's Suomi NPP satellite captured Tropical Depression 33W moving through central Philippines and entering the Sulu Sea. The storm is expected to strengthen as it crosses the South China Sea and heads toward Vietnam.
Tropical Storm Man-Yi is strengthening in the Northwestern Pacific, with warnings in effect for the Federated States of Micronesia and the Mariana Islands. The storm is expected to intensify into a typhoon by Thursday, potentially reaching winds of up to 110 mph.
Tropical Depression Man-yi has formed over the Northwestern Pacific Ocean, triggering watches and warnings for several Pacific island nations. The storm is expected to intensify through Friday, possibly becoming a tropical storm, with maximum sustained winds of 30 mph.
Tropical Cyclone Gaja's powerful thunderstorms circled its center, forming a thick band that wrapped into the low-level center from the eastern quadrant. The storm is moving west-southwest and has maximum sustained winds near 45 knots.
The VIMS hypoxia model reports a similar total volume of low-oxygen waters to 2017, but with earlier and longer-lasting low-oxygen conditions. Wind mixing played a crucial role in reducing mid-summer hypoxia.
Researchers developed a comprehensive forecast system to improve accuracy in wind, temperature, humidity, and gust forecasts. The scheme combines results from several global and regional forecasting schemes, reducing errors by up to 4 days.
Typhoon Yutu is intensifying east of Guam, with maximum sustained winds reaching 90 mph. The storm is expected to maintain its general course and speed over the next 24 hours, bringing typhoon-force winds up to 60 miles from the center.
Tropical Storm Yutu rapidly intensified from a tropical depression, becoming a storm with strong thunderstorms and winds of up to 50 mph. The storm is expected to pass just north of Saipan late Wednesday night or Thursday morning, posing a threat to Guam.
Researchers used NLLE approach to estimate predictability limit of TCs over WNP basin, finding a baseline uncertainty of 102 hours comparable to TC intensity. The spatial distribution characteristics reveal varying predictability limits across regions, with highest in eastern WNP and lowest in South China Sea.
Hurricane Michael, a Category 4 storm, was analyzed by NASA's Suomi NPP satellite, revealing strong thunderstorms and tropospheric gravity waves. The eye of the hurricane was well-defined, with maximum sustained winds near 145mph.
The Global Precipitation Measurement mission analyzed Tropical Storm Sergio's rainfall in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. Rainfall rates of over 2.2 inches per hour were measured north of the storm's eye feature.
The University of Oklahoma is developing the fastest and most advanced radar in the nation with a $3.4 million grant. The HORUS radar can scan the atmosphere in 30 seconds or less and distinguish between snowflakes, raindrops, hail stones or other targets within a storm, critical for forecasting and prediction.
Researchers at Penn State have developed a new weather model that incorporates data from next-generation satellites to improve tornado forecasting. The model was able to forecast supercell thunderstorms with high accuracy and suggests that lead times for tornado warnings can be extended beyond 30 minutes.
Tropical Storm Kirk brought intense rain to the Leeward Islands on September 28, with the heaviest downpours recorded near its center. The Global Precipitation Measurement mission detected hourly rainfall rates of up to 4 inches per hour, posing a risk of life-threatening flash floods and mudslides.
Typhoon Trami displays symmetrical shape and large eye as it approaches Japan's southern islands. Maximum sustained winds reach near 90 knots, forecast to impact Okinawa Island and surrounding areas.
Tropical Depression 29W has been issued a warning by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center, located near Iwo To off Japan's eastern coast. The storm is expected to strengthen but become extratropical in 24 hours, posing no immediate threat to land masses.
Typhoon Trami was imaged by NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite on September 25, showing a wide eye and convection patterns. Cloud top temperatures near 190 Kelvin indicate potential heavy rainfall.
Tropical Storm Trami is expected to intensify through Saturday, bringing powerful storms with cloud tops as cold as minus 70 degrees Fahrenheit. A flash flood watch has been issued for Guam and the northern Marianas due to heavy showers and thunderstorms associated with the storm.
Adding Arctic weather observations can help predict tropical cyclones' tracks and intensity more accurately, reducing extreme weather event risks. The study used radiosonde data from the Arctic to forecast three tropical cyclones, showing improved predictability with additional observations.
Florence brought massive rainfall to the Carolinas, exceeding 30 inches in some areas, causing record or major flooding along many rivers. The storm's heavy rainfall caused widespread damage and at least 20 fatalities.
Tropical Storm Helene is battling wind shear, causing a Tropical Storm Warning for the Azores Islands. Wind shear is weakening the storm's rotation and pushing strongest storms northeast of the center.
Hurricane Florence made landfall near Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, bringing estimated maximum winds of 90 mph and a minimum central pressure estimate of 958 millibars. The storm's infrared imagery showed the power and extent of its massive storm system.
The TORUS project aims to collect high-resolution data from within severe storms to improve forecasting for tornadoes and severe storms. The research goal is to improve the conceptual model of supercell thunderstorms by exposing hidden structures that lead to tornado formation.
A new forecasting model uses Next-Generation Radar data to capture migratory patterns of birds with high spatial accuracy, explaining up to 81% of variation in migration timing and intensity across the U.S. The model can forecast movements up to a week ahead and estimate total bird numbers making the journey.
Hurricane Florence's powerful winds and storm surge are being closely monitored by NASA. The satellite images reveal a weakened eye due to southern shear, with cloud tops as cold as -80F (Celsius). This suggests potential for heavy rainfall.
Subtropical Storm Joyce is disorganized and wandering in the north central Atlantic Ocean, according to NASA satellite imagery. The system's patchy development of thunderstorms indicates a lack of organization, which may lead to heavy rain generation.
A new study uses weather forecasts and machine learning to predict bird migration across the United States, explaining 80% of variation in intensity. This tool helps reduce human-made threats during the migration journey, crucial for conserving migratory birds.
The USDA Forest Service introduces the Hot-Dry-Windy Index (HDW) to predict wildland fire danger, leveraging temperature, moisture, and wind variables. Researchers tested HDW against existing indexes and found promising results, with potential applications worldwide.
Hurricane Olivia is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds to the Hawaiian Islands as it moves towards the state. The storm's cloud tops have temperatures near minus 70 degrees Fahrenheit, capable of generating heavy rainfall.
Super Typhoon Mangkhut strengthened into a Category 4 storm with sustained winds of 155mph. The National Weather Service predicts further intensification to Category 5 by Wednesday and Thursday.
Hurricane Olivia is expected to affect Hawaii with strong winds and heavy rainfall, according to NASA. The Central Pacific Hurricane Center has issued Tropical Storm Warnings for Maui County and a Tropical Storm Watch for Oahu.
Tropical Storm 27W is forecast to intensify over the next three days before making landfall on Sept. 13 over China's Luichow Peninsula. The storm will then emerge into the Gulf of Tonkin, making a final landfall north of Hanoi, Vietnam.
A new approach using a geostationary hyperspectral infrared sounder can significantly improve local severe-storm forecasting by providing high-resolution atmospheric temperature and humidity information. This unprecedented data is crucial for nowcasting and forecasting high-impact weather events.
NASA's Suomi NPP satellite captured an infrared image of Potential Tropical Cyclone Six, revealing a circulation that is gradually becoming less elongated. A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for the southern Cabo Verde islands as the storm strengthens and is expected to become a tropical storm later today or Saturday.
Tropical Storm Lane underwent significant changes in its strength after being analyzed by NASA's Aqua satellite on August 27. The storm showed powerful thunderstorms east of its center but weakened due to wind shear, only to regain tropical storm status later that day.
The GPM core observatory satellite analyzed rainfall rates and cloud heights of Hurricane Lane on Aug. 22, revealing very heavy rain occurring within the storm's eye wall. The satellite showed moderate to heavy rainfall extending outward from the storm's center, posing a threat to the Hawaiian Islands with powerful storms.
Tropical Storm Bebinca's strong storms lingered within its weakening center, with cloud top temperatures as cold as minus 70 degrees Fahrenheit. The storm is forecast to track further inland across Laos and northern Thailand before dissipating.
Tropical Storm Rumbia was tracked by NASA's Aqua satellite on August 16, showing large storm areas in the northern and southern quadrants. The storm had maximum sustained winds near 40 knots and was forecast to make landfall near Shanghai, prompting a yellow warning from China's National Meteorological Center.
Tropical Storm Hector has two areas of strong convection with cloud top temperatures as cold as minus 70 degrees Fahrenheit, indicating a high potential for heavy rain. The storm is moving west-northwest towards the Johnston Island Atoll at maximum sustained winds of near 40 mph.
Researchers improved soil moisture drought forecasting over the Yellow River Basin by combining climate and land surface hydrology models, achieving higher probabilistic drought forecasting skill and reliability. The multimodel ensemble approach provides valuable information for drought adaptation in this region.
Tropical Storm Kristy has a strong core with cloud top temperatures as cold as minus 70 degrees Fahrenheit, indicating powerful storms capable of heavy rain. The storm is moving north-northeast at 9 mph, with a turn expected later today and gradual weakening by Saturday.
Hurricane Hector maintains its major hurricane status as it moves south of Hawaii, with cloud top temperatures indicating strong storms capable of creating heavy rain. The National Weather Service predicts tropical storm conditions and large surf along the Big Island and Maui, prompting monitoring from interests in Johnston Island.
Typhoon Shanshan was located near 34.5 degrees north latitude and 141.3 degrees east longitude, about 92 nautical miles east-southeast of Yokosuka, Japan, with maximum sustained winds near 70 knots. The storm is forecast to curve northeast and move away from the Big Island.