JUST IN: Saildrone Explorer SD-1045 passed through the eye of Category 3 Hurricane Isaias, recording wind gusts over 90 knots (103 mph).
This is the same USV that filmed inside Hurricane Sam in 2021, setting a Guinness World Record.
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Meet the newest member of the Corps 🐾
Introducing Growley IV, call sign Bedford. Named in honor of the Bedford Boys, Bedford's name carries forward a legacy of courage, service, and unwavering loyalty.
🌀 INTO THE STORM | Air Force Reserve #HurricaneHunters with the 53rd WRS are flying Hurricane Lowell, collecting critical data to help forecasters determine the storm’s intensity and track.
Stay weather-aware and follow guidance from local officials.
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