The Web page is a compilation of data from various satellites and computer models, and it explains why and how NASA investigates hurricanes. It also covers the relationship of NASA's research focus as compared to other agencies' operational emphasis.

The site provides access to data about active hurricanes and famous past storms. Users can search by hurricane topic, such as how storms are formed; how they are measured; and how they affect land or ocean life. The multimedia section of the site features animation, satellite, video, and still images of hurricanes.

A 50-minute resource video accompanies the launch of the Hurricane Resource Page. The video airs on NASA TV during the Gallery Hour at 2 p.m. EDT, Wednesday. NASA TV is available on the Web and via satellite in the continental U.S. on AMC-6, Transponder 9C, C-Band, at 72 degrees west longitude. The frequency is 3880.0 MHz. Polarization is vertical, and audio is monaural at 6.80 MHz. It's available in Alaska and Hawaii on AMC-7, Transponder 18C, C-Band, at 137 degrees west longitude. The frequency is 4060.0 MHz. Polarization is vertical, and audio is monaural at 6.80 MHz.

The information is now available on the Web, at: http://www.nasa.gov/hurricane

For NASA TV information and schedules on the Internet, visit:
http://www.nasa.gov/ntv
  
For information about NASA and agency programs on the Web, visit:
  
http://www.nasa.gov/home/index.html

2005 Atlantic Hurricane Names:
Arlene
Bret
Cindy
Dennis
Emily
Franklin
Gert
Harvey
Irene
Jose
Katrina
Lee
Maria
Nate
Ophelia
Philippe
Rita
Stan
Tammy
Vince
Wilma

Storm Names http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/aboutnames.shtml

Not lightning. Not tornadoes. Not volcanoes, nor even earthquakes. By a wide margin, hurricanes are Earth’s most powerful natural phenomena. For years scientists have studied the processes that describe and explain these ferocious storms. But it’s only just recently that the instruments and techniques have been in place to thoroughly analyze and explore the origins of these natural weather engines. Visit this new Hurricane Resource page often to see what new and exciting things NASA will reveal to you in the coming months about the power of hurricanes.

http://www.nasa.gov/hurricane