We’re watching two areas in the tropics this morning, but neither poses an immediate tropical threat to South Florida.
Area #1: Remnants of Dolly- Showers and thunderstorms have increased around what’s left of Tropical Storm Dolly several hundred miles east of the Leeward Islands. However, there is no closed circulation, and redevelopment remains unlikely. The system is racing west to west-northwest at around 25 mph, taking it toward the northeastern Caribbean. Locally heavy rain and gusty winds will be possible across the Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico over the next several days.
Areas #2: Northern Gulf- A weak area of low pressure is centered about 100 miles south-southwest of Pensacola. It’s producing disorganized showers and is expected to drift westward over the next few days. Development, if any, should be slow.
Both areas have only a 10% chance of development over the next seven days.
There’s plenty to watch on the tropical map, but neither system is showing signs of significant development right now.
TRACKING THE TROPICS: Hurricane Center | Hurricane Guide
