Tropics update: New disturbance threat puts Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean on alert

A potential disturbance in the Caribbean Sea is being monitored by the National Hurricane Center to see if it develops into a tropical system on its way toward the Gulf of Mexico.

Pleasant weekend in store for Central Florida after another round of storms on Thursday

Storms will start to quiet down later on tonight with partly cloudy skies late. Patchy fog is possible late tonight into early tomorrow morning, especially along the coastlines. Temperatures will fall into the low to mid-70s.

Caribbean shows potential tropical development
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The FOX 35 Storm Team is monitoring two zones for potential tropical development. The first is in the Southern Caribbean, where there?s a 30% chance of a system forming in the next seven days. While models vary on the possible strength and path of the storm, warm ocean temperatures in the region could lead to rapid development if a system forms. The second zone, in the central Atlantic, has a 50% chance of forming within the week but is expected to remain in open waters, posing no threat to the U.S.

Could Caribbean disturbance become tropical storm, hurricane?
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The National Hurricane Center is monitoring an area of interest potentially in the Caribbean Sea. It's not yet a tropical wave nor a tropical disturbance. And it has a low chance of further development at the moment.

The Central American Gyre: What to know as hurricane season continues

Learn how the Central American Gyre, a broad low-pressure system, can influence tropical storm formation and impact hurricane season. Stay informed about its potential effects on the Gulf and Caribbean.

New disturbance possible for the Gulf of Mexico
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The National Hurricane Center is tracking a potential tropical disturbance in the Caribbean Sea that could make its way into the Gulf of Mexico. FOX 35's Noah Bergren talks about the development chances, the outlook, and why we're paying attention to this potential system.

Orlando Weather Forecast: September 18, 2024
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FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Jessica Dobson has a look at the Wednesday forecast in Orlando and the Central Florida area.

Orlando Weather Forecast: Sept. 17, 2024
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Wednesday afternoon could see a repeat of a few pop-up showers, mainly along the Brevard County coast.

Possible  tropical system could form next week
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There is some potential in the Caribbean for development. Long-range data suggests a tropical system could generate and move into the Gulf of Mexico next week.

Partial lunar eclipse 'Harvest' full moon to be visible in Florida on Tuesday: Here is the peak time

Stargazers in Florida and across the nation will be treated to a multifaceted celestial event on Tuesday, September 17, because a partial lunar eclipse and a full “Harvest" supermoon will be visible in the night sky.

Orlando weather: Chance for showers, storms increase on Tuesday across Central Florida

A few scattered showers and downpours are expected through the early evening, but most overnight hours will remain dry. Humidity will linger with light winds overnight.

Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 slams North Carolina
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An unnamed system hit the Carolinas hard on Monday, bringing over 20 inches of rain and wind gusts exceeding 70 mph.

Orlando Weather Forecast: September 16, 2024
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FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner shares an update on this week's forecast in Orlando and the surrounding Central Florida area.