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Hurricanes are one of the most awesome expressions of power that nature can create. With sustained wind speeds of 74 mph or more, they can rip a house from its foundation and even wipe out entire cities. Hurricanes are truly remarkable, and extremely dangerous.

But where and how are they created? When during the year will they most likely form? How are hurricanes tracked and monitored? And what can we do if we are caught in one?

Any new storms developing right now? Find out with Interactive Global Geostationary Weather Satellite Imagery from NASA Ames Research Center and NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Global Hydrology and Climate Center.