Ida's Rainfall from the TRMM Satellite (IMAGE) NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center Caption This image of Ida's rainfall was taken from the TRMM satellite on Nov. 9. Scattered convective thunderstorms are shown producing moderate to heavy rainfall of over 50 millimeters per hour (~2 inches) north of the storm and in a strong band on the eastern side. Credit SSAI/NASA, Hal Pierce Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.