Dominick, aboard the International Space Station, shared a timelapse video showcasing the intensity of Hurricane Milton

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NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick, currently aboard the International Space Station, shared a timelapse video showcasing the intensity of Hurricane Milton. Shot on Tuesday from the window of the Dragon Endeavor, the footage captures the space station orbiting above a strong storm in the Gulf of Mexico.

Mr. Dominick, who is currently aboard the docked Dragon Endeavor, is awaiting its detachment for the return to Earth. Endeavour transported Mr. Dominick, Michael Barratt, Jeanette Epps, and Alexander Grebenkin (Roscosmos) to space in March. The planned return to Earth, originally set for October 7, has been postponed as a result of Hurricane Milton's path. 

Endeavour is scheduled to undock from the ISS on October 13. Timelapse footage captured Hurricane Milton flying by approximately 2 hours ago. The video was captioned with the technical details: 1/6400 sec exposure, 14mm, ISO 500, 0.5-sec interval, 30fps. The footage has quickly gained popularity with nearly 9 million views online. 

Three users expressed their admiration for the footage, with one noting the unique perspective on the power of nature, another commenting on the breathtaking scale and distinct eye formation, and a third appreciating the smooth result achieved with a 0.5-second interval. This situation is concerning for residents in Milton, Florida, Georgia, and surrounding areas. It is hoped that individuals will evacuate to a safe location promptly. 


Another individual remarked on the difficulty of comprehending the immense size and strength of these storms. Thank you for sharing your insights!

Hurricane Milton, a formidable Category 5 hurricane, is rapidly intensifying in the Gulf of Mexico. It is forecasted to reach Florida's west coast, posing a risk of a dangerous storm surge, destructive winds, and heavy rainfall, reported by Fox Weather. The evacuation orders for coastal communities have been issued due to this event, prompting Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to declare a state of emergency in 51 of the state's 67 counties over the weekend. 

The potential impacts of storm surge, flooding, and high winds include risks to energy infrastructure such as power plants, transmission lines, and fuel terminals. The National Weather Service has issued a cautionary alert stating that Hurricane Milton holds the capacity to become one of the most catastrophic hurricanes ever documented in the history of west-central Florida.

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