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Dr. Mona Hemmati

@hemmatimona

Assistant Vice President @GallagherRe_ | Adjunct Associate Research Scientist @ColumbiaClimate | Studying climate with a focus on #Extremes | Views are my own.

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#Milton: Likely to be the fifth landfalling hurricane on the US mainland in 2024. It would place this season in a tie with 2005, 2004, and 1893 as the second-most on record dating to 1851. Only 2020, 1985, and 1886 (6) would have had more. Florida: Take this one seriously.

#Milton: Likely to be the fifth landfalling hurricane on the US mainland in 2024. It would place this season in a tie with 2005, 2004, and 1893 as the second-most on record dating to 1851. Only 2020, 1985, and 1886 (6) would have had more.

Florida: Take this one seriously.
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There is still considerable uncertainty regarding the intensity and exact location of #Milton’s landfall. Models suggest a period of rapid intensification, but before landfall, the storm may encounter a more hostile environment with dry air and increasing wind shear. How much

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Per the latest NHC advisory (5 AM EST - Oct 7th) for #Milton: * Significant uncertainty remains around the exact landfall location and timing, but Category 3 hurricane-force winds (125 mph, nearing Category 4) are expected. * The storm surge threat is very real. The entire west

Per the latest NHC advisory (5 AM EST - Oct 7th) for #Milton:

* Significant uncertainty remains around the exact landfall location and timing, but Category 3 hurricane-force winds (125 mph, nearing Category 4) are expected.

* The storm surge threat is very real. The entire west
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Mother Nature continues to show her immense power with Category 5 #Milton. The 2024 season is rewriting the record books with the earliest Category 5 in the Atlantic, #Beryl, and now the strongest hurricane ever recorded in the Gulf of Mexico this late in the year, #Milton.

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#Milton is completing an eyewall replacement cycle, leading to changes in its maximum wind speed and an increase in size. While it’s relatively compact now, by landfall, it will be larger, affecting areas both inside and outside the cone with storm surge, winds, and rainfall.

#Milton is completing an eyewall replacement cycle, leading to changes in its maximum wind speed and an increase in size. While it’s relatively compact now, by landfall, it will be larger, affecting areas both inside and outside the cone with storm surge, winds, and rainfall.
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These folks are absolute heroes! Many of them remain unrecognized, yet they carry out the vital mission of collecting data that informs models, preparations, and disaster response efforts! #Milton

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Two weeks ago, I shared a video from Max Olson illustrating what a 15 ft storm surge could look like for #Helene. I didn’t expect we’d be here again so soon, with so many lives and properties at risk from the devastating storm surges #Milton could bring. While Florida's

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The outer bands of #Milton have begun to bring tropical storm-force winds and tens of tornado warnings over the past few hours. Gauges in #Naples and #FortMyers are starting to show some storm surge. The eye is currently about 120 miles SW of Tampa, 110 miles SW of Fort Myers,

The outer bands of #Milton have begun to bring tropical storm-force winds and tens of tornado warnings over the past few hours. Gauges in #Naples and #FortMyers are starting to show some storm surge.

The eye is currently about 120 miles SW of Tampa, 110 miles SW of Fort Myers,
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Simple yet effective tip to reduce pressure on your roof by up to 30% during storms: CLOSE THE INTERIOR DOORS too! This helps balance pressure inside your home and reduces stress on the roof. #Milton #FLwx

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#Milton is about to landfall near Sarasota, FL. Impacts are escalating! An excessive wind warning covers Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater to the north/west of the eyewall. Major concerns include excessive rainfall and flash floods across central Florida. Severe storm surges

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#Milton is now moving out of Florida, leaving behind catastrophic devastation from a tornado outbreak, excessive winds, severe rain, and storm surge. As of 6:30 AM ET on October 10th, here's the latest on flooding: Current Flooding Status: 🟣 6 gauges - major flooding 🔴 14

#Milton is now moving out of Florida, leaving behind catastrophic devastation from a tornado outbreak, excessive winds, severe rain, and storm surge.

As of 6:30 AM ET on October 10th, here's the latest on flooding: 

Current Flooding Status:
🟣 6 gauges - major flooding 
🔴 14
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Over 100 #tornado warnings were issued yesterday in Central and South #Florida as Hurricane #Milton’s outer bands encountered favorable conditions for tornado formation. Tragically, several lives were lost, and unexpected areas suffered damage, despite being outside the

Over 100 #tornado warnings were issued yesterday in Central and South #Florida as Hurricane #Milton’s outer bands encountered favorable conditions for tornado formation. Tragically, several lives were lost, and unexpected areas suffered damage, despite being outside the
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According to NOAA’s latest NCEI monthly summary, as of October 2024, the U.S. has faced 24 weather disasters, each incurring costs over a billion dollars. This ranks as the second highest number by mid-October in any year, just below the 27 events recorded by this time in 2023.

According to NOAA’s latest NCEI monthly summary, as of October 2024, the U.S. has faced 24 weather disasters, each incurring costs over a billion dollars. This ranks as the second highest number by mid-October in any year, just below the 27 events recorded by this time in 2023.
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The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which officially ends on Nov. 30, showcased above-average activity, with a record-breaking ramp up following a peak-season lull. The Atlantic basin saw: -18 named storms in 2024 (winds of 39 mph or greater) -11 of those were hurricanes (winds

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which officially ends on Nov. 30, showcased above-average activity, with a record-breaking ramp up following a peak-season lull. The Atlantic basin saw:
-18 named storms in 2024 (winds of 39 mph or greater)
-11 of those were hurricanes (winds
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One of the hardest challenges during a disaster is the uncertainty victims face about available resources while adjusting to a new reality. More educational programs are needed to raise awareness about these resources and provide guidance on rebuilding lives during and after a