Scientists installed 4K camera
Earlier this year, a payload named SpaceTV-1 was sent via cargo to the International Space Station (ISS). The payload, belonging to space video streaming company Sen, contained a set of 4K cameras. It was to be installed in the outer part of the ISS. Cameras have been set up on the station and have captured some amazing views of Earth, including one of Hurricane Milton.
A team of scientists has successfully installed a 4K camera
on the International Space Station (ISS), positioned 400 kilometers above Earth. The camera recently captured breathtaking footage of Hurricane Milton, showcasing the storm’s destructive power. Milton, which rapidly intensified into a Category 5 hurricane, was recorded on October 7 while it approached Florida.
The camera provided clear visuals of Milton’s tiny, pinhole eye—a feature associated with hurricanes that can strengthen quickly. The storm, with winds reaching 290 km/h (180 mph), gave scientists and meteorologists a new perspective on extreme weather events from space.
Milton’s sudden transformation from a Category 1 to a Category 5 storm within a few hours surprised experts.
This footage is a part of ongoing efforts to better understand such rapid intensification. The ISS recording offers critical insights into how convection, heat, and moisture play roles in hurricane dynamics, giving researchers valuable data to improve prediction models.
By using advanced 4K imaging, scientists hope to analyze hurricanes more effectively. This kind of technology not only aids weather forecasting but also helps in disaster preparedness, potentially saving lives. The video captured of Milton will assist meteorologists in studying future storm behavior as the Atlantic hurricane season continues【6】.