JulieTampa
(Verified CFHC User)
Wed Sep 21 2005 05:49 PM
Direction of Rita

Two Questions:

Does the curvature of the Earth make a storm appear to curve a little on imagery when, in fact, it is really following a latitude line (or longitude for that matter)?

I know that cat 4 and 5 storms are harder to predict b/c the data on them is rare. I've heard they are affected less than weaker storms by traditional steering mechanisms. Is this true? In this case, would that make Rita be more likely to continue on its straight course, or more likely to curve more?

Thanks for the info


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