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Winnipeg Free Press
16 minutes ago
- Climate
- Winnipeg Free Press
Gulf coast braces for flooding as storm system builds into possible tropical depression
The tropical weather system moving across the Florida Panhandle on Wednesday was showing a greater chance of becoming a tropical depression as it moves toward the northern Gulf Coast, according to the National Hurricane Center. The weather system has a 40% chance of becoming a tropical depression as it moves west toward southeastern Louisiana on Thursday, the federal agency said. The tropical weather will affect Alabama and Mississippi as well. Regardless of whether the system worsens, heavy downpours could cause flooding, officials warned. New Orleans is bracing for three to five inches of rain through Saturday, but some localized areas could see more than eight to 10 inches, especially near the coast, the National Weather Service said. 'While a tropical depression cannot be ruled out near the coast on Thursday, the main focus remains the heavy rain threat,' the agency wrote on X. The looming threat in the southeast comes on the heels of a series of lethal floods this summer. On Monday, flash floods inundated New York City and parts of New Jersey, claiming two lives. And at least 132 people were killed in floodwaters that overwhelmed Texas Hill Country on the Fourth of July. The current system percolating over Florida would be called Tropical Storm Dexter if it becomes a named storm. Just six weeks into the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, there have been three named storms: Andrea, Barry and Chantal. Dexter would be the fourth if it develops that way. Chantal made landfall in South Carolina last week, and its remnants caused flooding in North Carolina that killed an 83-year-old woman when her car was swept off a rural road. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association said there was a 60% chance that there will be more named storms this hurricane season than there have been in past years on average. The currently developing weather system is expected to move fully inland by the end of the week. ____ Riddle is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Tropical disturbance threatens Gulf Coast as New Orleans could see 10 inches of rain
A tropical disturbance is threatening to bring heavy rain and the risk of flash floods to the northeastern and central Gulf Coast this week and could become a tropical depression within days, forecasters say. According to the National Weather Service, the broad area of low pressure is currently over the Florida Panhandle and slowly drifting westward, with coastal areas of Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana in its projected path. 'This system is forecast to continue moving westward, and could emerge or redevelop over the far northeastern to north-central portion of the Gulf, reaching the coast of Louisiana by Thursday,' the National Hurricane Center said in its latest forecast. Multiple flood watches have already been issued along the Louisiana coast. How much rain could fall? The current forecast from the NWS office in New Orleans calls for 3 to 5 inches of rain in coastal Louisiana south of Interstate 10 Wednesday through Saturday, with the potential for up to 10 inches in some areas. 'Ponding of water in low lying and poor drainage areas is likely,' the weather service said, with the potential for more significant flooding in low-lying areas 'if the higher end rainfall totals are realized.' Localized pockets of heavy rain are also possible in north Florida and the Panhandle on Wednesday, the NWS office in Tallahassee said, as the system moves away. What are the chances of it intensifying? According to the hurricane center, there is a 40% chance that the system will become a tropical depression. 'Environmental conditions over the Gulf appear generally favorable for additional development, and a tropical depression could still form over the next couple of days before the system moves fully inland by the end of the week,' the weather service said. Further intensification is unlikely, but if it were to become a named storm, it would be Tropical Storm Dexter. How is hurricane season shaping up? The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, which began June 1 and runs through the end of November, has gotten off to a relatively slow start. In May, forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted there would be 13 to 19 named storms, with six to 10 becoming hurricanes and three to five of those becoming major hurricanes (with winds of more than 110 mph). So far, there have been three named storms: Tropical Storms Andrea, Barry and Chantal. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
System over Florida has potential to develop into tropical depression, weather service says
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A drenching weather system moving across Florida on Tuesday wasn't even a tropical anything but has the potential to develop into a tropical depression as it moves into the northeastern and northern Gulf later in the week, according to National Weather Service forecasters. The system would be called Tropical Storm Dexter if it became a named storm, but it was expected to be far less lethal than the namesake vigilante serial killer of the Showtime crime drama, 'Dexter' which was set in Florida. The National Weather Service said the area of low pressure off Florida's east coast was becoming better defined and moving west across the Florida Peninsula on Tuesday. The system was drenching the peninsula with heavy rains, and the weather service warned of the potential for flash flooding in parts of the state through the middle of the week. 'Environmental conditions appear generally favorable for additional development, and a tropical depression could form by the middle to latter part of this week as the system moves across the northeastern and north-central Gulf,' the National Weather Service said. How many storms have we had so far? Just six weeks into the start of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, three tropical storms have developed — Andrea, Barry and Chantal. Dexter would be the fourth if it develops that way. Andrea dissipated in the Atlantic after forming at sea last month. Barry dumped rain on eastern Mexico at the end of last month. Chantal made landfall in South Carolina last week, and its remnants caused flooding in North Carolina that killed an 83-year-old woman when her car was swept off a rural road. Floodwaters also forced dozens of people to flee their homes in North Carolina. How many Atlantic storms are predicted this season? The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in May forecast 13 to 19 named storms, with six to 10 becoming hurricanes and three to five reaching major status with winds of more than 110 mph (177 kph). A normal season has 14 named storms, seven of which strengthen to hurricanes and three power up further to major hurricanes. Colorado State University researchers last month estimated there would be 17 named storms this year, with nine of them becoming hurricanes. Of the predicted hurricanes, the researchers said four could become major hurricanes. 'Weather modification' reports required in Florida With hurricane season on Floridians' minds, state Attorney General James Uthmeier this week sent a letter to the state's airports telling them that they must report the presence of any aircraft used for the purposes of 'weather modification" starting in October to comply with a new Florida law. After flash floods killed scores of Texas residents over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, social media users spread false claims that the devastation was caused by weather modification. Many pointed to one process in particular, blaming cloud seeding performed on July 2 by a California-based company for the tragedy. But officials say there is no evidence that the floods are the result of cloud seeding and experts agree that cloud seeding would not result in precipitation of this magnitude. Uthmeier said at a news conference on Tuesday that 'this stuff sounds pretty scary to me.' 'My letter was to put airports on notice that they do have obligations and could face penalties, including some criminal penalties, if they don't comply,' Uthmeier said. ___ Follow Mike Schneider on the social platform Bluesky: @
India Today
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Taylor Swift's father undergoes heart surgery, family gives health update
Pop icon Taylor Swift's father, Scott Swift, is said to be in fine health after undergoing a major heart procedure. According to a report by TMZ, the 73-year-old had quintuple bypass surgery over a month ago, and is now 'feeling just great', the family known for her close bond with her parents, stayed by her father's side throughout the procedure and his recovery. A spokesperson for the singer confirmed that her mother Andrea and brother Austin were also present during the entire Swift had quintuple bypass surgery over a month ago, and his wife, Andrea, along with their children Taylor and Austin, were with him through the entire surgery and recovery,' the representative told TMZ. The spokesperson also clarified that the operation was not triggered by a heart attack, but was recommended after an anomaly was detected during a routine check-up. The complex procedure, commonly performed to bypass blockages in five major arteries leading to the heart, involves using blood vessels from other parts of the body to restore proper blood flow. Fortunately, Scott came through the surgery successfully and is said to be doing extremely update will come as a relief to Swifties, who are well aware of Taylor's deep connection with her parents. Over the years, the singer has frequently spoken about the unwavering support she's received from her father throughout her on the mend, Scott Swift is reportedly enjoying time with his family and steadily regaining strength. At 73, his recovery from such a significant operation is seen as encouraging, and, according to the family, he's well on his way back to good health.- EndsMust Watch
India Today
16 hours ago
- Climate
- India Today
Tropical storm Dexter could be next as Florida faces flood threats
A drenching weather system sweeping across Florida on Tuesday has not yet reached tropical depression status, but the National Weather Service (NWS) warned it could develop into one later this named, the system would be called Tropical Storm Dexter, though it's expected to be far less dangerous than the fictional serial killer from the Florida-based crime drama to the NWS, a low-pressure area off Florida's east coast became more defined as it moved west across the peninsula. The system has brought heavy rainfall, raising concerns about flash flooding through midweek. Forecasters said environmental conditions in the northeastern and north-central Gulf are conducive to development into a tropical depression by later this week. As reported by ABC News, the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is only six weeks in, yet three named storms, Andrea, Barry, and Chantal, have already formed. Andrea dissipated in the Atlantic last month, Barry caused heavy rainfall in eastern Mexico, and Chantal struck South Carolina, with its remnants causing deadly flooding in North Carolina. If the current system strengthens, Dexter would become the fourth named FORECAST AND PREDICTIONS The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) projects 13 to 19 named storms this season, with six to ten becoming hurricanes and up to five reaching major hurricane to ABC News, researchers at Colorado State University estimate 17 named storms, including four potential major hurricanes with winds exceeding 110 mph (177 kph), as reported by ABC 'S NEW WEATHER MODIFICATION LAW RAISES CONCERNSAmid increased weather anxiety, Uthmeier, the Florida Attorney General, sent a warning to airports this week. Beginning in October, airports will be required to report any aircraft engaged in "weather modification" under new state legislation. The action comes after unsubstantiated social media accusations have sought to blame cloud seeding for fatal Texas floods during the Fourth of July weekend. Specialists have rebuffed the accusations, affirming there's no proof connecting the floods with weather manipulation."This material is sounding pretty ominous to me," Uthmeier said Tuesday, noting that failure to comply with the new reporting requirements would result in penalties, possibly even criminal charges.- EndsMust Watch
