GPM Flyby of Tropical Storm John

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This simulated flyby around the tropical cyclone's center provides a good view of the 3-D structure of tropical storm John's
precipitation. On Aug. 6, GPM found a band of powerful storms northeast of John's center were dropping rain at a rate of close to 160 mm (6.3 inches) per hour.    Credit: NASA/JAXA, Hal Pierce

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