NASA to launch 6 small satellites to study, monitor the tropics
The small satellites are an addition to the "TROPICS" project which stands for Time-Resolved Observations of Precipitation structure and storm Intensity with a Constellation of Smallsats
Tropical Storm Alex gains strength as it races toward Bermuda
Tropical Storm Alex will continue to move away from the coast with no impact to the US.
Tropical Storm Watches issued for parts of Florida ahead of heavy rain, gusty winds
A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for portions of the Florida Peninsula, the Keys and Cuba ahead of a developing tropical cyclone.
Here are the names you'll see during the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season
Hurricane name lists in the Atlantic are reused every six years — but there is one caveat.
Agatha fizzles over Mexico but remnants pose risk of flash floods, mudslides
Agatha was the strongest hurricane on record to hit the Pacific coast of Mexico in May, the NHC said.
Category 2 Hurricane Agatha makes landfall on Mexico’s Pacific coast
Agatha is the strongest hurricane on record to hit that coastline in May, NHC says.
NOAA forecasts above-average 2022 Atlantic hurricane season with up to 21 named storms
A little more than a week away from the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its outlook for the 2022 season, predicting an above-average number of named storms.
Cleaner air leads to more hurricanes in the Atlantic, study finds
A new study links how many hurricanes form worldwide to air pollution levels. Wednesday's study from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says cleaner air in Europe and the United States is helping trigger a dramatic increase in the number of Atlantic hurricanes.
Forecasters predict 19 named storms for Atlantic hurricane season for 7th straight above-average season
The experts at Colorado State University expect the 2022 Atlantic Basin hurricane season to be another one for the record books.
NOAA hurricane hunter retires after 42-year career: ‘Such a thrill’
From Allen to Andrew to Katrina, NOAA Flight Director Jack Parrish has seen the worst hurricanes of the last four decades — and flown through them. Now, with his feet back on the ground, he’s ready for a new perspective.
Salt may play role in predicting hurricane intensity, NOAA says
Warm water is one of the key ingredients to hurricane intensification, but NOAA says the water is sometimes prevented from cooling due to a lack of saltiness.
Alameda company gives rare look at hurricanes with 'explorer drones'
A company in Alameda is giving scientists a rare look at the surface of the Atlantic Ocean during a Category 4 hurricane with “explorer drones.”
Florida’s hurricane hunter team getting new aircraft
The Florida-based hurricane hunter team is getting a new aircraft to help chase fierce storms. NOAA’s squad will add a Gulfstream 550 to the three other aircraft at its home base at Lakeland Linder International Airport.
Hurricane Ida recovery delayed by shortage of skilled workers
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics finds the number of trade laborers has dropped since 2018
Pamela moves inland after slamming Mexico's Pacific coast as hurricane
Pamela continued moving inland after making landfall on Mexico’s Pacific coast near the resort city of Mazatlan.
No more Greek letters: Here’s what will happen when we run out of hurricane names this time
There will soon be only one name left on the 2021 hurricane list, with two months to go. So what happens if we have more than one additional storm? After last year’s salad of Greek names, there’s a new plan this year, with new names.
Hurricane Sam, a Category 4 storm, could fluctuate in strength this week
Hurricane Sam is a Category 4 storm, but forecasters say the system could fluctuate in strength over the next day or so.
Hurricane Sam now a Category 4 storm; Teresa dwindling
Far from land, Hurricane Sam strengthened into a Category 4 hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean on Saturday.
Ida flooding in Northeast plagues residents with insurance woes
As residents across the Northeast U.S. recover from the catastrophic flooding from recent storms, they are being hit with another unexpected blow: Without flood coverage, their homeowners and renters insurance won't cover their losses.
UPS driver in Texas puts packages in plastic bags to protect from Nicholas' rain
A UPS driver was captured on video in Texas putting packages in plastic bags to protect them from Nicholas’ heavy rain in the area.