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Monday 5 AM Tropical Update: Watching the Gulf this week for development

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-09-30 05:29:24

SUMMARY: The tropics are active, with a new area to monitor as we approach the end of the . While we don’t expect it to develop into a significant storm like Hurricane Helen, the potential for a weak low pressure system exists. Rain is likely by Thursday and Friday, with moisture lingering in the through the . Models are uncertain, but there’s a 50/50 of a tropical depression or storm forming. Meanwhile, other tropical , Hurricanes Isaac and Joyce, are developing. October is historically busy for hurricanes, and we will continue monitoring conditions closely.

We kick off the week and last day of September with warm and dry weather. The next few days stay dry with warm afternoons near 90 degrees.

By Thursday, tropical moisture moves in from the Gulf of Mexico leading to scattered rain and storms Thursday and Friday. As increasing moisture and disturbed weather enters the Gulf this week, further is possible which is something that will need to be monitored all this week. So far, the big global models are backing down on developing anything significant which is a good thing. It is too soon to know what will play out so be sure to stay tuned. At this point, plan for more rain and storms on Thursday and Friday, with some lingering showers into early next weekend. It may be occasionally breezy too later this week with high temperatures in the low to mid 80s.

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Thursday 5 AM Tropical Update: Gulf development possible, but NHC says chances are low

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-10-03 05:02:30

SUMMARY: Expect scattered showers and storms on Friday, with the ‘s rain dependent on moisture , currently at a 30% for any tropical depression. Heavy rainfall is anticipated in Florida, especially in southern regions, with totals potentially exceeding ten inches. Coastal may experience 3 to 5 inches over the weekend, leading to concerns. Breezy conditions will persist, with gusts up to 40 mph on the Gulf. Hurricane Kirk has intensified to a major hurricane, while Hurricane Leslie is behind. The ahead will bring low to mid-80s temperatures, with cooler mornings as a weak front approaches.

Since last week, the models and NHC have indicated potential development in the Gulf. Models, however, are not overly …

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Small window for rainfall on Saturday

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-10-03 04:58:00

SUMMARY: Good Thursday morning, everyone! I’m meteorologist Justin Horn with your . will be hot again, with temperatures reaching 94ยฐF in San Antonio, similar to yesterday. Expect mostly sunny skies with highs of 95ยฐF in Pleasanton and 96ยฐF in Spring. A slight break from the heat may occur on Saturday, with increased cloud and a 20% of showers, mainly along the coast. Rain chances will peak Saturday afternoon, so you might want to carry an umbrella. After Saturday, expect a return to dry weather and persistent warm temperatures, as no cold fronts are expected.

Cooler weather, however, remains elusive for South

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A focused look at the tropics

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www.youtube.com – WDSU – 2024-10-02 22:34:38

SUMMARY: The latest weather highlights significant tropical activity, Tropical Storm Leslie and Hurricane Kirk, which is the third major hurricane of the season. Fortunately, these storms are expected to remain far out in the Atlantic and pose no immediate threat. However, there is a 30% of for a new system in the , influenced by moisture and energy interaction. Current forecasts suggest this system could result in heavy rain, primarily affecting Florida, with anticipated precipitation of 1-2 inches. Overall, conditions indicate any development would likely be minimal, potentially only a weak tropical depression.

Meteorologist Devon Lucie breaks down what’s in the tropics with the latest named storm and another storm that’s now the 3rd major hurricane of the season, then gest specific on what is coming into focus on possible development in the Gulf of Mexico and how it plays into our rain chances here and where a possible system is most likely to develop in the Gulf, how strong it will be, and who is expected to get the most impacts from it.

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