Here’s What Hurricane ‘Rapid Intensification’—Like With Lee And Idalia—Means

Here’s What Hurricane ‘Rapid Intensification’—Like With Lee And Idalia—Means

Topline Rapid intensification has caused several hurricanes to become more destructive and deadly as experts warn the results of climate change are worsening its effects. This satellite image, provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, shows … [+] Hurricane Idalia heading straight for Florida’s Gulf Coast. Associated Press Key Facts Rapid intensification is a …

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3 Reasons Why Hurricane Lee Is Stunning Meteorologists

3 Reasons Why Hurricane Lee Is Stunning Meteorologists

Hurricane Lee from a satellite perspective NASA, NOAA, and U.S. Navy Hurricane Lee has a rather common name, but it is far from a common storm. At the time of writing, it is a powerful and rare Category 5 hurricane in the Atlantic basin. Mike Fisher, a colleague at the University of Miami and the …

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Here’s How Tropical Storms And Hurricanes Get Their Names

Here’s How Tropical Storms And Hurricanes Get Their Names

Topline Tropical Storm Lee is expected to rapidly intensify into a major hurricane this week as it churns across the Atlantic, but its name and the names of all other Atlantic tropical storms and hurricanes were predetermined six years ago, and in many cases have been used before. A person canoes through the flooded streets …

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