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How Hurricane Melissa Became a Meteorologic Outlier

How Hurricane Melissa Became a Meteorologic Outlier

60-Second Science vor 11 Monaten

Hurricane Melissa’s rare intensity and lasting impact reveal how storms are evolving in a warming world.

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Hurricane Melissa stunned meteorologists with its rare intensity,
reaching wind speeds that are more typical of Pacific supertyphoons
and maintaining Category 5 strength for more than 24 hours.
Scientific American senior editor Andrea Thompson breaks down what
made the storm so unusual, how it impacted Jamaica and Haiti and
what it might signal about the future of hurricanes. Plus, we
discuss quick updates on viral infections and heart health, black
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