Advertisement

Abnormally warm water helped Helene rapidly intensify and suck up moisture

03:51
Download Audio
Resume
Waves from the Gulf of Mexico push up against the shore as Hurricane Helene churns offshore on September 26, 2024 in St. Pete Beach, Florida. (Getty Images)
Waves from the Gulf of Mexico push up against the shore as Hurricane Helene churns offshore on September 26, 2024 in St. Pete Beach, Florida. (Getty Images)

Advertisement

More from WBUR

Advertisement

Most Popular

Listen Live
Close