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In a very short period of time Tropical Storm Helene quickly gained energy as it moved north over the Gulf of Mexico, and shortly after Hurricane Milton went from a tropical storm to a Category 5 hurricane in less than 24 hours, a process known as rapid intensification. Rapid Intensification is becoming increasingly more common as sea surface temperatures continue to rise. Weathered's Maiya May says more about why this happens, the dangers it poses, and why we can expect it to continue.
Our new show, Weathered: Earth's Extremes, now streaming on PBS streaming platforms!
In a very short period of time Tropical Storm Helene quickly gained energy as it moved north over the Gulf of Mexico, and shortly after Hurricane Milton went from a tropical storm to a Category 5 hurricane in less than 24 hours, a process known as rapid intensification. Rapid Intensification is becoming increasingly more common as sea surface temperatures continue to rise. Weathered's Maiya May says more about why this happens, the dangers it poses, and why we can expect it to continue.
Our new show, Weathered: Earth's Extremes, now streaming on PBS streaming platforms!
