Satellite images and reports from an Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter aircraft indicate that Rina has rapidly strengthened. Based on data from the Hurricane Hunter the initial intensity of the storm is increased to 65 knots, 75 mph, making Rina the 6th hurricane of the 2011 Atlantic Hurricane Season. This image was taken by GOES East at 1815Z on October 24, 2011.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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