Lee’s March Across the Appalachians

Tropical Storm Lee formed over the Gulf of Mexico in early September 2011 and threatened southern Louisiana with heavy rain. The storm also caused heavy rain in the U.S. Northeast.
Sediment Plumes in the Hudson River
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Sediment Plumes in the Hudson River

These images from September 12, 2011, and September 2, 2010, compare conditions in the Hudson River near Ellis Island. In the wake of storms, sediment filled the river in 2011.

Published Sep 13, 2011

Land Water Severe Storms Human Presence

Muddy Susquehanna in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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Muddy Susquehanna in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Acquired September 10, 2011, this natural-color image shows the muddy Susquehanna River flowing through Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Published Sep 12, 2011

Severe Storms

Tropical Storm Lee
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Tropical Storm Lee

One week after Hurricane Irene battered the eastern U.S., a less-touted, more plodding storm soaked the eastern half of the country with more rain than its predecessor.

Published Sep 10, 2011

Image of the Day Atmosphere Severe Storms

Tropical Storm Lee
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Tropical Storm Lee

Acquired September 2, 2011, this natural-color image shows Tropical Storm Lee over the Gulf of Mexico.

Published Sep 2, 2011

Atmosphere Water Severe Storms