Maysak, a category 4 Super Typhoon, as photographed by astronaut Terry Virts on board the International Space Station. Credit: NASA/Terry Virts.
From his perch on the International Space Station, astronaut Terry Virts has been taking some beautiful photos of Earth and space and sharing them on social media.
“Looking down into the eye – by far the widest one I’ve seen,” he tweeted. “It seemed like a black hole from a Sci-Fi movie.”
According to AccuWeather.com, Super Typhoon Maysak is one of the strongest cyclones in history during the months of January, February and March. It has slammed several Micronesian islands, killing 5 people, and is now on its way to the Philippines. As of early on April 1, Maysak had sustained winds of 240 kph (150 mph), equivalent of a Category 4 hurricane. Gusts as high as 390 kph (180 mph) are possible with this storm.
The typhoon is expected to weaken, but still poses a threat to the islands in its path:
Source : Universe Today
Most beautiful image I've seen in a long time, thank you for sharing, my dear earthling friend:)
ReplyDeleteJeez!
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous, isn't it? Just look at all the structure in that, and it's all made of wind and moisture.
ReplyDeleteYeah, it's literally a black hole within earth
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