funky
(Weather Hobbyist)
Thu Sep 22 2005 08:08 PM
Re: Hurricane Rita Tracking West Northwest in the Gulf

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Looking at the sat images the last hour or so, is it possible that some dry air has gotten further into the core? I'm seeing the "donut" shape break back down into the spiral banding features, which would indicate weakening.




http://adds.aviationweather.gov/satellit...ig&itype=wv

water vapor looks pretty symmetrical. let's watch that dry air on the western side. i think it will eventually creep in, but not until late tomorrow.



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