SUMMARY: Hurricane Hunters, a team of skilled pilots, meteorologists, and scientists, play a crucial role in hurricane forecasting by flying directly into storms. Recently, they flew into Hurricane Helen, gathering vital data for the National Hurricane Center. Gage Golding from KPRC 2 was granted exclusive access to join their mission, which involved pre-flight checks and an intense 10-hour journey aboard a specially outfitted WC-130J aircraft. They collect critical information on wind speed, pressure, and temperature, continuously transmitting updates every ten minutes. Despite the challenging conditions, their efforts significantly improve storm forecasts and preparedness.

Their job is considered one of the most important parts of forecasting a hurricane.
Known by their nickname, the ‘Hurricane Hunters,’ members of the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron fly right into the eye of tropical systems to help keep you and your family safe.
Stationed at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, the Hurricane Hunters is a component of the 403 Wing of the U.S. Air Force. They’re the only routinely flying weather reconnaissance team in the world.

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SUMMARY: Florida is preparing for Hurricane Helen, with Lee County already experiencing flooding and rough surf. The storm is expected to bring gusts of 130-140 mph, particularly concerning for residents in Tallahassee. The main threat is the storm surge, potentially reaching dangerous heights. Additionally, strong winds could uproot large oak trees and cause power outages, following recent tornadoes that left parts of the city without power. Local officials and Florida State University students are taking precautions as the mayor warns this could be the strongest storm Tallahassee has faced in its history. Preparations are ongoing throughout the state.

Helene is expected to be a Cat. 4 storm with life-threatening storm surge and catastrophic flooding when it makes landfall in Florida’s Big Bend area Thursday night.

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SUMMARY: New details have emerged in the case of missing woman Stacy Dga, whose body was discovered along a walking trail at Defoe Park. The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office detained 38-year-old Marco Flora near the scene, although he has not been named a suspect. During questioning, Flora provided information not publicly known, but he fled when deputies attempted to take him in, leading to an evading charge. Investigators urge anyone who was in the area Sunday morning or has information to contact the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office at 210-335-6000.

A man has been arrested in connection with the death of Stacey Dramiga, whose body was discovered Monday in an East Side park.

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