A US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) WP-3D Orion hurricane hunter aircraft flew into the eye of Hurricane Beryl over the Caribbean.
NOAA’s Aircraft Operations Center released video of the plane known as “Kermit” on Monday afternoon (1st), watch:
Into the eye of Hurricane #Beryl!
This season is in full swing and WP-3D Orion #NOAA42 “Kermit” is gathering data for forecasters from @NHC_Atlantic. These flights also support @NOAA_AOML hurricane research.
Visit https://t.co/3phpgKNx0q for the latest forecast & advisories. pic.twitter.com/Uvi4lacAvw— NOAA Aircraft Operations Center (@NOAA_HurrHunter) July 1, 2024
According to NOAA, these flights aid hurricane research.
The agency also released photos of the plane known as “Miss Piggy” in the eye of Hurricane Beryl.
OVER THE CARIBBEAN – Inside the eye of Category 5 Hurricane #Beryl!
NOAA WP-3D Orion #NOAA43 “Miss Piggy” continues operations into Hurricane #Beryl to collect data for hurricane forecasting and research.
Visit https://t.co/3phpgKNx0q for the latest forecast and advisories.… pic.twitter.com/Ld3kjkcPh1— NOAA Aircraft Operations Center (@NOAA_HurrHunter) July 2, 2024
Jamaica airports to remain closed
Hurricane Beryl is now a dangerous Category 4 storm and is expected to bring strong winds and storm surge to Jamaica on Wednesday (3), according to an update from the US National Hurricane Center.
Two major airports in Jamaica will close Tuesday night due to the threat of the storm.
Source: CNN Brasil
Bruce Belcher is a seasoned author with over 5 years of experience in world news. He writes for online news websites and provides in-depth analysis on the world stock market. Bruce is known for his insightful perspectives and commitment to keeping the public informed.
