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Photo -- NASA
Hurricane Elena in the Gulf of Mexico. The presence of a tight, well-formed, eye and elevated cloud berm bordering the eye are indicators of a very powerful and dangerous hurricane with very high internal cyclonic wind speeds.

Hurricane Facts: A mini-encyclopedia on hurricanes past, present and predicted.

Hurricane Gallery: Revisit some of this century's worst hurricanes with photos, video clips and articles.

Hurricane Preparedness: Weathering a hurricane takes preparation. Ready yourself with practical information and tips.

Severe Weather: Less predictable, but often as vicious as any hurricane. Take a look at the havoc wreaked by severe storms, lightning and tornadoes.