The National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring two areas in the Atlantic for potential tropical development.
A broad area of low pressure in the northwestern Caribbean Sea is showing signs of organization. Conditions are favorable for further development, and a tropical depression or storm is likely to form within the next couple of days.
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This system is expected to move northward into the Gulf of Mexico, where it could strengthen further. Heavy rains are anticipated over parts of Central America. Interests in the northwestern Caribbean, Yucatan Peninsula, and western Cuba should monitor this system closely, as watches or warnings may be issued later today.
A tropical wave is moving westward across the Atlantic, with a chance of gradual development. A tropical depression could form later this week as it continues its westward track.
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The Caribbean system poses a potential threat to the northern and northeastern Gulf Coast later this week. Residents in these areas should monitor the system’s progress closely.
Key Points:
- Caribbean System: High chance of development into a tropical depression or storm within 48 hours. Potential for heavy rains in Central America and impacts in the northwestern Caribbean, Yucatan Peninsula, and western Cuba.
- Atlantic System: Lower chance of development in the next 48 hours but could become a tropical depression later in the week.
- Gulf Coast Concerns: The Caribbean system is forecast to move into the Gulf of Mexico later this week, posing a potential threat to the northern and northeastern Gulf Coast. Residents in these areas should monitor the system’s progress closely.
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