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To my friend Phil Klotzbach's point, Dorion also reached 185 mph at landfall, but the pressure was much higher then.

Update from Nazaneen Ghaffar Hurricane Melissa

Hurricane Melissa is just the second Atlantic storm to ever make landfall with estimated winds of 185 miles per hour. The only other storm to reach that wind speed at landfall occurred before storms were officially named and was known as the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935.

Forecasters are sounding the alarm: this could be your "last chance to protect your life!"

#Hurricane #Melissa has rapidly intensified into one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic and is fast approaching Jamaica.

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Hurricane Melissa’s Increasing Intensity Prompts Dire Warnings for Jamaica and Haiti Forecasters said the storm could dump up to 30 inches of rain over parts of the Caribbean in the next few days, leading to potentially catastrophic flooding.

Hurricane #Melissa is escalating into an “increasingly dire” situation, according to forecasters.

If you want clarity on what's unfolding, our weather tran and reporters are here to help! Don't hesitate to click here and share your questions or thoughts in the comments.

Melissa Strengthens into a Hurricane: Latest Updates (Gift Article) The storm was forecast to dump up to 25 inches of rain over Haiti, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica as it continues to strengthen this weekend.

BREAKING NEWS! #Melissa is now a #hurricane as it

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Mount Everest Just Recorded Some of Its Most Intense Snowfall Ever A storm buried tents and stranded people on the mountain last weekend. Some experts think it might have set a record.

Wow! One of the heaviest snowfalls ever?!? ❄️🌨️ Mount Everest weather stations might just have the key data recorded to prove it!

#WeatherUpdate #MountEverest

Atlanta Man Living His Best Life, Thanks to Medical Team and Blood Donors Judson Jones knew from early in his life that the day would likely come when surgeons would have to crack open his chest and do some intensive heart surgery. He was born with a bicuspid aortic heart…

I'm thrilled to share my personal story with you for the very first time! When the Red Cross invited me to be featured, I was truly honored.

There’s so much more to my journey that I can't capture here, but I look forward to sharing more in the future!

Nor’easter to Bring Wild Weekend Weather Along the East Coast It’s technically a nor’easter, but it’s too warm for snow. Here are three scenarios for what could unfold into next week.

A powerful storm, though yet to be named, is poised to unleash significant impacts along the East Coast this weekend. Residents should prepare for wide-reaching effects that could disrupt daily life and travel. Stay vigilant and informed.

Priscilla Expected to Bring Heavy Rain to the Southwest United States Forecasters expect moisture from the far-off hurricane to move inland through the West this week. Here’s where it could bring flooding.

There is Jerry in the Atlantic, but it’s Priscilla in the Pacific that could bring heavy rains to the U.S.

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Maps: Tracking Tropical Storm Jerry See the likely path and wind arrival times for Jerry

Track Tropical Storm Jerry here.

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Hey, Jerry!

The next named storm on the list is the swirl located well southeast of the United States, extending as far south as South America but positioned east of the continent. It will move quickly northwestward and pass over or just north of some of the Eastern Caribbean Islands, Thu-Fri.

Ever wondered how #hurricanes like #Humberto and storms such as #Imelda get their epic names? Join me for a quick, eye-opening video that uncovers the fascinating story behind naming these powerful natural events and reveals the secrets behind these mighty storms!

Watch #Imelda and #Humberto dance in sync between the U.S. East Coast and Bermuda! 🌊🌀 💃🕺

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With Humberto, an ‘Incredibly Complex’ Hurricane Forecast Is Unfolding Tropical Storm Humberto formed Wednesday, and another storm may form soon, but their potential effects remain fairly uncertain.

Uncertainty remains around Humberto and what could become Imelda, but forecasters now say there's an increasing chance one of these storms could impact the U.S.

Stay tuned for updates!

Tropical Storm Humberto has formed.

Hurricanes in the Atlantic over the next two weeks? Nothing seems inevitable at the moment, but everything seems plausible.

3 Ways Hurricane Forecasts Have Changed Since Katrina Modern technology has given meteorologists more detail than they’ve ever had on how storms behave. Here’s what they’re doing with it.

It was truly an honor to interview two Hurricane Directors two decades after Hurricane #Katrina. One was at the helm during the storm, while the other leads today.

The most profound lesson that emerged from our conversation?

The critical importance of communication.

Climatologically, HALF of the 6-month Atlantic hurricane season's activity occurs in just 1 month: from August 28 through September 28. It's quiet now, but don't tune out!

This story is a must-read for anyone who has ever spent time boating on a lake. 🚤🌩️

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Let's stay positive and embrace the season! 🌟 Instead of calling it a false fall or a fake fall, let's enjoy it as an exciting Autumn preview. 🍁✨#AutumnVibes

For Two or Three Days, a Surfer’s Paradise in and Around New York City Thanks to Hurricane Erin, conditions are ideal for the urban surfer: giant waves and no swimmers.

Hurricane #Erin was a New York City surfer's dream. Check out the photos from the Rockaways.

Tracking Hurricane Erin (Gift Article) See the likely path and wind arrival times for Erin

Check out these images and more maps on hurricane #Erin from the @nytimes.com

You can see its immense size as it swirls over the Atlantic Ocean, spanning between the U.S. and Bermuda.

🚨 Did you know? #Erin's size and the reach of its tropical winds are truly impressive! 🌬️💨 Some might even say it's unusual.

Check out this new illustration 📊 to see just how much bigger it is compared to the average.

Hurricane #Erin looks absolutely mesmerizing from space! Check out that swirl and the massive size of the storm. Thankfully, the most dangerous part stays out over the ocean. Grateful for that!

Stay updated! Storm info is live on @nytimes.com. Got questions? Drop them here:
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That happened fast, #Erin. Tropical storm to Category 4 in 24 hours!

#Erin is now a hurricane, and this time I don't mean my editor, who is storming through an edit on my text right now.

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Can you believe it? An atmospheric river in the summer! 🌧️

Dive into the stunning water vapor imagery as this incredible firehose of moisture bursts onto the scene!

What Hurricane Models Say About Tropical Storm Erin The storm’s likely path is coming into focus, but a lot can still change. Here’s what the forecasters look at.

Erin's spaghetti models. Curious, or just hungry.

Grab a plate, and let's dig in for an explanation.

#Erin

When your editor (who we now call human #Erin) gives you a break to eat
Dinner and this happens... 😂