NOAA Ocean Today: The Hurricane Hunters

2 minutes 14 seconds

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A hurricane hunter is a pilot that flies an airplane into the middle of a hurricane. They gather data on temperature, humidity, and air pressure. This data is critical for forecasting the intensity and path of hurricanes. Part of the "NOAA Ocean Today" series.

Media Details

Runtime: 2 minutes 14 seconds

Topic: Careers, Science
Subtopic: Earth Sciences, Job Skills, Weather
Grade/Interest Level: 6 - 12
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Release Year: 2013
Producer/Distributor: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Series: NOAA Ocean Today

Ocean Today Website

Lightning branching across the sky. Caption: (female narrator) Lightning is a rapid discharge of electrical energy

Aerial view of a large airplane in flight. Sensors dot the outside of the plane. Caption: (male narrator) Hurricane hunting is not for the faint at heart.