NOAA Hurricane Hunters Fly Into Hurricane Lowell for Critical Data
NOAA Hurricane Hunters Fly Into Hurricane Lowell for Critical Data
US · Published Sep 5, 2026
NOAA Hurricane Hunters have been conducting missions into Hurricane Lowell, a Category 4 storm, to gather essential data for forecasting.
Using the WP-3D Orion aircraft, nicknamed 'Miss Piggy,' the team has been flying through the storm's eyewall to deploy dropsondes.

Impact & Risks

Hurricane Lowell remains a powerful Category 4 storm, posing potential risks to areas in its path. While the storm is currently being monitored, its intensity and trajectory could lead to significant impacts, including high winds, heavy rainfall, and storm surges. The data collected by NOAA's Hurricane Hunters will help refine forecasts and provide early warnings to affected regions. Communities near the storm's projected path should remain vigilant and prepared for possible severe weather conditions.

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