PHOTO: TWITTER
However, its images taken from the International Space Station show that it continues to be a powerful force. The photos, captured from high above the inundated streets of Houston, were released by NASA astronaut Randy Bresnik.
Nine dead as hurricane Harvey hits Houston
He tweeted, “Far reaching #Harvey - this massive storm covers much of the horizon from up here! Be careful and stay #TexasStrong#HoustonStrong.”
Far reaching #Harvey - this massive storm covers much of the horizon from up here! Be careful and stay #TexasStrong #HoustonStrong. pic.twitter.com/p1XctKtkQg
— Randy Bresnik (@AstroKomrade) August 28, 2017
Here are some of the other pictures taken by the astronaut showing Hurricane Harvey:
God Bless Texas, may you weather the storm as you always have! pic.twitter.com/8qXHXc8YMY
— Randy Bresnik (@AstroKomrade) August 24, 2017
The Great State of Texas wakes up to an unwanted visitor again today pic.twitter.com/n8fmw2ooJg
— Randy Bresnik (@AstroKomrade) August 26, 2017
The destructive power beneath the clouds of Hurricane Harvey ruins any thought of the beauty of the cloud formations from above pic.twitter.com/hlpokyU0mF
— Randy Bresnik (@AstroKomrade) August 26, 2017
#Harvey - still a menace! Hearts & prayers go out to families, friends, & fellow Texans dealing with this storm. #TexasStrong #HoustonStrong pic.twitter.com/6E4otEWF6x
— Randy Bresnik (@AstroKomrade) August 28, 2017
According to the forecasts, the storm is heading northeast towards Louisiana over the next few days. Meanwhile, the Houston region continues to suffer due to incessant rainfall and strong winds.
This story originally appeared on Mashable.
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