What Is Rapid Intensification?
When a tropical storm or hurricane strengthens very quickly. In technical terms: An increase in maximum sustained winds of a tropical cyclone of at least 30 kt (about 35 mph) within 24 hours, as defined by the National Hurricane Center.
Also called: RI
Rapid Intensification In Plain English
When a tropical storm or hurricane strengthens very quickly.
The Technical Definition
An increase in maximum sustained winds of a tropical cyclone of at least 30 kt (about 35 mph) within 24 hours, as defined by the National Hurricane Center.
