Both the Atlantic and eastern Pacific basins were unusually active in 2023—and some storms had unpredictable bouts of rapid intensification.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Severe Storms
The major storm fluctuated in intensity as it approached the U.S. East Coast.
Image of the Day Land Water Severe Storms
Cameras on the International Space Station captured oblique photos of the potent storm over the Gulf of Mexico and Florida.
Atmosphere Severe Storms
The hurricane rapidly intensified over the Gulf of Mexico, weakening only slightly before making landfall over Florida.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Land Severe Storms
Fueled by unusually warm waters, the hurricane is forecast to rapidly intensify before barreling into Florida.
Image of the Day Severe Storms Human Presence
In a first for the month of June, two named storms developed over the tropical Atlantic Ocean east of the Caribbean Sea.