Caught On Camera: Turbulence Tosses Hurricane Hunters
• NOAA footage captures hurricane hunters facing extreme turbulence inside Hurricane Melissa, emphasizing the dangers of collecting storm data.
• Hurricane Melissa reached Category 5 status, impacting Jamaica and Cuba, and causing another U.S. Air Force crew to abort their mission due to severe conditions.
• Hurricane hunters' data is critical for improving hurricane forecasts and protecting coastal communities, despite the significant risks involved.
NOAA crew battles intense winds, violent shaking
Shocking footage has emerged showing NOAA's hurricane hunters experiencing severe turbulence while flying directly into Hurricane Melissa. Aboard the WP-3D Orion aircraft, nicknamed “Kermit,” the crew battled intense winds and violent shaking as they collected vital data from within the storm. The footage highlights the extreme conditions these brave professionals face to improve hurricane forecasting.
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