Tampa, Florida – A tropical disturbance in the central Atlantic Ocean has a 70% chance of developing into a named system by late this week, but forecasters say there is no threat to Florida or the U.S. Gulf Coast.
According to the National Hurricane Center, the area of low pressure is expected to drift northeast over open waters with favorable conditions for further organization. As of early Monday, the system remains far from land, with no expected impacts to the U.S. coastline or the northwest Gulf through at least the end of the week.
Still, officials urge residents not to let their guard down. The National Weather Service in Lake Charles and Tampa Bay both emphasized the importance of hurricane preparedness as the season ramps up. June is typically quiet, but historical data shows activity surging by August and peaking in mid-September.
Floridians are encouraged to double-check emergency plans, restock hurricane kits, and stay informed through trusted sources like hurricanes.gov.
Warnings are not expected for this system, but updates will continue throughout the week as development remains likely.
