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NOAA's Hurricane Hunters Brave Eye Of Hurricane Milton

Jay McCoy puts up plywood in preparation for Hurricane Milton on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, in New Port Richey, Fla. (AP Photo/Mike Carlson)

On Wednesday, NOAA's hurricane hunters embarked on a daring mission to fly through the eye of Hurricane Milton aboard their specialized aircraft, affectionately known as 'Miss Piggy.' These courageous missions are crucial for collecting valuable data that aids in enhancing forecasts and supporting ongoing hurricane research efforts.

By venturing into the heart of the storm, the crew of 'Miss Piggy' was able to provide a unique perspective from within the eye of Hurricane Milton. The images captured during this mission offer a rare glimpse into the powerful forces at play within a hurricane.

NOAA's hurricane hunters play a vital role in monitoring and studying hurricanes, providing essential information that helps meteorologists better understand these complex weather systems. The data collected during these missions is instrumental in improving the accuracy of hurricane forecasts, ultimately helping to protect lives and property.

Data collected aids in enhancing forecasts and hurricane research efforts.
NOAA's hurricane hunters flew through Hurricane Milton aboard 'Miss Piggy.'
Crew provided a unique perspective from within the eye of the storm.

Through their unwavering dedication and bravery, the crew of 'Miss Piggy' continues to push the boundaries of scientific exploration, advancing our knowledge of hurricanes and their behavior. Their efforts serve as a testament to the commitment of NOAA in safeguarding communities and enhancing our understanding of these natural phenomena.

As Hurricane Milton rages on, NOAA's hurricane hunters stand ready to face the challenges ahead, determined to gather the data needed to improve our ability to predict and respond to these powerful storms.

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