Hispaniola, ISS image C016 / 3868
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Hispaniola, ISS image C016 / 3868
Hispaniola. View from the International Space Station (ISS) of the island of Hispaniola (foreground) with Cuba extending over the horizon at top. North is at right. Jamaica is at upper left. Hispaniola is around 650 kilometres long and 240 kilometres wide. It consists of two countries: Haiti at its western end, and the Dominican Republic (the larger of the two) at its eastern end. Here, sunglint is shining on the water at left, while large thunderstorm clouds persist during the late summer afternoon. Photographed by an Expedition 17 crew member on 19 August 2008
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2008 Afternoon Astronaut Photography Atlantic Bright Caribbean Cloud Clouds Cloudy Coastal Cuba Earth Observation From Space Haiti Hispaniola International Space Station Island Islands Land Limb Meteorological Meteorology North American Planetary Shining Storm Storms Sub Tropical Sunlight Thunderstorm Weather Dominican Republic Haitian Jamaica Sunglint Thunderstorms
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This print showcases the stunning view of Hispaniola, as seen from the International Space Station (ISS). The foreground features the elongated island of Hispaniola, with Cuba extending over the horizon at the top. To the upper left lies Jamaica, while Haiti occupies its western end and the Dominican Republic dominates its eastern side. Stretching approximately 650 kilometers in length and 240 kilometers in width, this remarkable landmass is divided between two countries. The image captures a late summer afternoon, where sunglint illuminates the water on the left side while large thunderstorm clouds persist in their majestic presence. The bright sunlight reflects off these stormy formations, creating an awe-inspiring sight from above. As one gazes upon this photograph taken by an Expedition 17 crew member on August 19th, 2008, they are transported to a realm where geography meets meteorology. The Caribbean Sea surrounds this sub-tropical paradise as it connects with the vast Atlantic Ocean. The coastal regions boast a blend of cloudy landscapes and clear patches that reveal glimpses of land beneath. This planetary perspective allows us to appreciate Earth's natural wonders from space—a testament to human exploration and our ever-evolving understanding of our planet's weather patterns. As we delve into this mesmerizing snapshot captured by NASA/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY during astronaut photography in 2008, we are reminded of how small yet interconnected our world truly is—where continents meet oceans and storms dance across borders without hesitation or restraint.
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