Thunderstorms in Tropics Seen from Space (IMAGE) University of New South Wales Caption Large thunderstoms are becoming more common in the tropics increasing total rainfall. Credit Image courtesy of the Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit, NASA Johnson Space Center. 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.