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Friday 10PM Tropical Update: 'High-risk' of development possible for Gulf of Mexico

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-11-01 23:42:17

SUMMARY: The Hurricane Center is monitoring a system with high risk, potentially moving into the of Mexico. However, conditions are not ideal for tropical activity in November, as the Gulf’s warmer waters are shallow and supportive weather patterns are diminishing. By next , increasing wind shear and dry will create an inhospitable for any tropical . While there’s unlikely to be significant tropical development, some beneficial moisture could arrive, providing much-needed rain as the region transitions into later fall and winter months.

Chief meteorologist Chris Franklin says the National Hurricane Center highlight two of ‘high-risk’ development in the tropics.

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Secretary of State: Louisiana will see ‘smooth election day’ | Louisiana

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Nolan McKendry | – 2024-11-04 08:00:00

SUMMARY: The Heritage Foundation ranks ninth for election integrity, prompting scrutiny from . Governor Jeff Landry’s August executive order mandates the Office of Motor Vehicles a list of non-permanent with state identification, emphasizing only U.S. citizens can vote. The narrow margin in the Caddo Parish sheriff election raised concerns about absentee ballots and voter eligibility. New laws tightening absentee procedures, criticized for disenfranchising disabled voters, were passed in August 2024. Deputy Secretary of State Joel Watson assured a smooth election day, emphasizing secure voting machines and thorough testing procedures, while other states face election-related legal challenges.

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Monday 4 am Tropical Update: Developing storm heading towards Gulf

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-11-04 04:51:51

SUMMARY: A developing tropical system is located approximately 260 miles south of and is strengthening, with the potential to be named soon. The system is expected to approach the Cayman Islands as a possible hurricane by Tuesday and near Cuba by Wednesday. It’s projected to enter the of Mexico by Thursday, but may weaken quickly due to wind shear, dry , and cooler temperatures. The National Hurricane Center suggests a low overall concern for impacts, forecasting only light rain and breezy conditions for Friday and Saturday, with updates necessary as the storm develops.

A developing storm is moving through the Caribbean Monday morning. The system, likely to get the name Rafael, will move toward Cuba by Wednesday as a hurricane.

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A focused look at what's expected to be Hurricane Rafael

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www.youtube.com – WDSU – 2024-11-03 23:17:07

SUMMARY: This year has seen significant activity in the U.S., particularly around Oklahoma and Norman, which are currently facing tornado watches and flash flood warnings. Meanwhile, Potential Tropical Cyclone 18 is projected to approach and Cuba, possibly becoming a category one hurricane before entering the of Mexico by midweek. Although it may weaken while moving through the Gulf due to dry and wind shear, the indicates it could enhance rain chances in the U.S. The upcoming system is likely to be named Rafael, with specific tracking still uncertain.

Meteorologist Devon Lucie brings is to the Caribbean tracking what’s expected to be Hurricane Rafael and could enter the Gulf of Mexico by the middle of the letting you know what’s the likeliest track and what impact it could have on

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