HELENE
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Current Information
Position
27.9°N, 84.6°W
Movement
NNE AT 23 MPH
Max Winds
125 mph
Min Pressure
951 mb
Category
Category 3 Hurricane
Watches & Warnings
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Marine Observations
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SPC Tornado Risk Overlap
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Storm Tracking
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| Time | Position | Wind | Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-11 17:50 | 27.9°N, 84.6°W | 125 mph | 951 mb |
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Basic Analysis
Environmental Conditions
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Advanced Analysis
Model Guidance
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Historical Analogs
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Wind Field Analysis
Wind Radii (nautical miles)
| Threshold | NE | SE | SW | NW |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 kt | 240 | 270 | 100 | 120 |
| 50 kt | 100 | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| 64 kt | 50 | 50 | 30 | 40 |
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Reconnaissance Data
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Advanced Diagnostics
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Wind Shear Analysis
Source: CIMSS/University of Wisconsin
Interpretation Guide
- Low shear (<10 kt): Favorable for intensification
- Moderate shear (10-20 kt): Neutral conditions
- High shear (>20 kt): Inhibits development
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Environmental Analysis
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