Why a hurricane's size and speed matter just as much as the category
A hurricane's "category" is only based on wind speed. But its size and speed are also important for considering its potential impacts.
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Tropical Storm Isaias getting stronger; hurricane, storm surge watches issued for Gulf Coast
Hurricane, tropical storm and surge watches for Tropical Storm Isaias stretch from Louisiana to Florida. Here's the latest.
Hurricane season maps tracker: cones, water temperatures and more
We have the maps you need to monitor the tropics, including hurricane Rachel in the Pacific, and Tropical Storm Isaias in the Atlantic.
No alarm clock needed: The Draconid meteor shower peaks Thursday night
The Draconid meteor shower peaks overnight Thursday into Friday, and unlike most showers, it's best right after sunset instead of after midnight.
Hurricane terms and definitions you need to know
Wonder what we mean by depressions, categories and rapid intensification? Our tropical glossary decodes all this hurricane jargon.
