GPM 3-D Image of TD2 (IMAGE) NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center Caption The GPM core observatory satellite flew above developing tropical cyclone 02L on June 19 at 12:16 a.m. EDT and showed tallest towering thunderstorms within the strongest area of convection west of the center of circulation were reaching heights above 9.3 miles (15 km). Credit: Credit Credits: NASA/JAXA, 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.