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DESCRIPTION
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The paths of hurricanes Rita and Katrina.
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DATA SOURCE
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Data downloaded from the Unisys Weather website.
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LEGEND
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The numbers on the icons indicate what Category number (based on wind strength) the hurricane was when it passed over that location.
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INFORMATION AVAILABLE
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Mousing over the each icon will give you the date and local time of the measurement.
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IT'S WORTH NOTING...
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· Compare how fast Katrina moved through the energy producing area of the Gulf compared to Rita. While Rita's winds weren't as strong as Katrina's, its slower movement through the area increased its destructive reach.

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· You can toggle the category level icons on/off to reduce screen clutter:

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