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A South Florida meteorologist warned that staff shortages at the National Weather Service, caused by federal budget cuts and layoffs, could impact the accuracy of hurricane forecasts this season, raising concerns about preparedness in hurricane-prone regions.
Tropical Storm Sara has formed in the Caribbean and is expected to bring heavy rain and potential flooding to Central America, particularly Honduras and Nicaragua, over the weekend. The storm is unlikely to impact Florida significantly due to a strong autumn cold front that will steer the storm away, resulting in only a brief period of rain in Florida next Wednesday. The system is not expected to strengthen into a hurricane as it moves into the Gulf of Mexico.
A tropical disturbance near Jamaica, designated as Invest 99L by the National Hurricane Center, is likely to develop into Tropical Storm Sara by the end of the week. The system is expected to form near the Honduras-Nicaragua border and could become a hurricane by early next week. Forecast models suggest it may move north, potentially impacting Florida, though its exact path remains uncertain. Residents are advised to stay informed as the situation develops.
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a developing weather system off the coast of Florida, which could become a tropical depression or storm, though its formation chance remains low. Meanwhile, Hurricane Rafael continues to churn in the Gulf of Mexico, moving slowly and posing no direct threat to land, but contributing to rip currents and potential flash flooding in parts of Texas and Louisiana.
A tropical disturbance in the southern Caribbean, tagged as Invest 97L, is expected to develop into Tropical Storm Rafael this week. The system is predicted to move northwest, affecting areas like Jamaica, Cuba, and the Florida Peninsula with gusty winds and heavy rain. While forecasts vary, Rafael could range from a tropical storm to a Category 1 hurricane as it enters the Gulf of Mexico. However, it is expected to weaken significantly before reaching the Gulf Coast. Residents are advised to stay informed as the situation develops.