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Newsweek
2 hours ago
- Climate
- Newsweek
Tropical Storm Dexter Update: Spaghetti Models Show Louisiana Landfall
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Forecast models indicate that a disturbance crossing over Florida, with the potential to develop into Tropical Storm Dexter, could move towards Louisiana this week, meteorologists say. Why It Matters The Atlantic Hurricane season has seen three named systems so far in 2025: Andrea, Barry and Chantal. Chantal brought heavy rain and flooding to North Carolina earlier this month. What To Know Spaghetti models shared by meteorologist Dylan Federico on the social platform X showed the system tracking west from Florida along the Gulf Coast towards Louisiana. NEW MODELS bring Invest #93L straight into Louisiana on Friday. Keep in mind if the center reforms south tonight so will the models. A track further offshore would mean it's more likely this gets named #Dexter. I still think a tropical storm is the ceiling.#TropicalUpdate 🌀 — Dylan Federico (@DylanFedericoWX) July 16, 2025 "NEW MODELS bring Invest 93L straight into Louisiana on Friday. Keep in mind if the center reforms south tonight so will the models," Federico wrote. According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), the disturbance—known as Invest 93L—is moving west across the Florida Panhandle, bringing "disorganized" showers and thunderstorms south of its center. An NHC map highlights the area in question. An NHC map highlights the area in question. National Hurricane Center "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 agency said in an update early Wednesday morning. "If this system moves far enough offshore, 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 agency reports a 40 percent chance of cyclone formation within the next seven days, with the same likelihood projected for the next 48 hours. What People Are Saying Meteorologist Dylan Federico said on X, Tuesday: "A track further offshore would mean it's more likely this gets named Dexter. I still think a tropical storm is the ceiling." The National Hurricane Center said on X, Tuesday: "A low pressure area (Invest 93L) could emerge over the far northeastern & north-central Gulf, approaching Louisiana on Thursday as it moves westward. Environmental conditions over the Gulf are generally favorable, and a tropical depression could form if the system moves far enough offshore over the next couple of days. Regardless of development, heavy rainfall/flooding is the primary hazard from central Florida westward through portions of Louisiana." Meteorologist Chris Mulcahy said on X, Tuesday: "Dexter seeming like more of a possibility over the next two days. Developing in the Gulf west of Florida and then potentially making landfall around Southern Louisiana. A lot can still change but already parts of LA have a high risk for flooding rain!" AccuWeather meteorologist Dan Pydynowski told Newsweek on Monday: "There's the potential this feature could become nearly stationary late this week near southeastern Louisiana along the central Gulf Coast. If this happens, there could be a greater concern for heavy, flooding rainfall. Even if this system fails to develop into a tropical depression or tropical storm, we feel there is still a flooding risk due to heavy rainfall." What Happens Next Meteorologists will continue to track the system. Forecasts are sometimes subject to change. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June through November. Meanwhile, the Eastern Pacific hurricane season began on May 15 and lasts until November 30.
Sydney Morning Herald
5 hours ago
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Tuivasa-Sheck on verge of joining Saudi-backed rebel rugby comp on $1m deal
'I raised it at a recent CEO's meeting to ensure everyone's aware of the real and genuine Rugby 360 concept,' George said on Wednesday. 'I'm aware of players that have been interviewed and engaged with. I'm aware of the significant financial opportunities that it could bring, particularly around the branding of the players as individuals. 'I needed to alert everyone so that they are across this and what it could bring in the next few years, because it's a real and genuine concept that is growing momentum and could be quite attractive to any number of players. My understanding is that the financial windfalls are real and they're significant. I'm sure that the financial windfalls are far greater than anything we've ever seen before in rugby.' Nine's Danny Weidler reported on Monday that Storm superstar Ryan Papenhuyzen is also on the radar of R360 organisers. Fellow Storm teammate Nelson Asofa-Solomona is another name being discussed. The R360 competition has private equity and Saudi Arabian money behind the concept, with organisers moving to reach their desired target of players before September to meet the contractual obligations that will trigger the financial backing it requires to get off the ground. Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has bankrolled LIV Golf, the Saudi football league, which has had Cristiano Ronaldo as its marquee player, and won hosting rights for the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Former England rugby international Mike Tindall is the public face of R360. Tindall, who is married to British royal family member Zara Phillips, is in Australia to watch the British and Irish Lions series. The concept will follow a hybrid model of Formula 1 and the Indian Premier League, with private owners to invest in franchises all around the world. Loading The players who agree to sign with R360 aren't signing for specific franchises but rather to the competition itself, with the potential of auctions and drafts being floated. One model being discussed will see a joint Australia and New Zealand-based franchise as well as teams based in the United States, France, England, South America, Asia and South Africa in an eight-team competition that could grow to as large as 12 teams. Competition organisers want to launch a one-off tournament next season, potentially from July to September, before adopting a regular format in 2027. The intended format in 2027 will see the competition split into two blocks, with the first half of the tournament played between March and May and the second stage played between September and December. That window is largely in competition with the NRL, which currently runs from March to October. 'I spoke to Andrew Abdo about it too, because the NRL should be right across it as well,' George said. 'They need to understand whether there's any opportunity with it rather than fight against it. As I understand it, current rugby jurisdictions are against it. 'Maybe it's an opportunity for the NRL to look at having access to a talent pool at a particular time of the year. I'm not sure if those times and opportunities will come to light, but as a game we need to be across it.'
The Age
5 hours ago
- Business
- The Age
Tuivasa-Sheck on verge of joining Saudi-backed rebel rugby comp on $1m deal
'I raised it at a recent CEO's meeting to ensure everyone's aware of the real and genuine Rugby 360 concept,' George said on Wednesday. 'I'm aware of players that have been interviewed and engaged with. I'm aware of the significant financial opportunities that it could bring, particularly around the branding of the players as individuals. 'I needed to alert everyone so that they are across this and what it could bring in the next few years, because it's a real and genuine concept that is growing momentum and could be quite attractive to any number of players. My understanding is that the financial windfalls are real and they're significant. I'm sure that the financial windfalls are far greater than anything we've ever seen before in rugby.' Nine's Danny Weidler reported on Monday that Storm superstar Ryan Papenhuyzen is also on the radar of R360 organisers. Fellow Storm teammate Nelson Asofa-Solomona is another name being discussed. The R360 competition has private equity and Saudi Arabian money behind the concept, with organisers moving to reach their desired target of players before September to meet the contractual obligations that will trigger the financial backing it requires to get off the ground. Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has bankrolled LIV Golf, the Saudi football league, which has had Cristiano Ronaldo as its marquee player, and won hosting rights for the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Former England rugby international Mike Tindall is the public face of R360. Tindall, who is married to British royal family member Zara Phillips, is in Australia to watch the British and Irish Lions series. The concept will follow a hybrid model of Formula 1 and the Indian Premier League, with private owners to invest in franchises all around the world. Loading The players who agree to sign with R360 aren't signing for specific franchises but rather to the competition itself, with the potential of auctions and drafts being floated. One model being discussed will see a joint Australia and New Zealand-based franchise as well as teams based in the United States, France, England, South America, Asia and South Africa in an eight-team competition that could grow to as large as 12 teams. Competition organisers want to launch a one-off tournament next season, potentially from July to September, before adopting a regular format in 2027. The intended format in 2027 will see the competition split into two blocks, with the first half of the tournament played between March and May and the second stage played between September and December. That window is largely in competition with the NRL, which currently runs from March to October. 'I spoke to Andrew Abdo about it too, because the NRL should be right across it as well,' George said. 'They need to understand whether there's any opportunity with it rather than fight against it. As I understand it, current rugby jurisdictions are against it. 'Maybe it's an opportunity for the NRL to look at having access to a talent pool at a particular time of the year. I'm not sure if those times and opportunities will come to light, but as a game we need to be across it.'
Western Telegraph
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Western Telegraph
£40m-plus Newgale road scheme to come under spotlight
Newgale was hit hard by flooding following storms in early 2014 storms, and later by Storm Dennis in 2020. In 2014 it even saw a visit by the-then Prime Minister David Cameron following the storms. A public consultation - through agent AtkinsRéalis - was launched earlier this year ahead of a formal Pembrokeshire County Council application to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park for Phase 1 of the Newgale Coastal Adaptation Project, which would see the development of a new inland section of road with bridge over Brandy Brook some 2.3km inland, to replace the coastal section of A487 at Newgale that will be closed and removed, among other works. Varied claims have been made about the cost of this scheme, from £20m upwards, some even saying it could cost as much as £60m, with millions spent on consultation fees to date. (Image: STUN) An alternative scheme has been proposed by STUN – Stand Up for Newgale, who have previously said the public has been misled over the need for the new Newgale bypass. STUN's far cheaper alternative proposes a section of the shingle bank at Newgale be realigned 10-12 metres seaward leaving an over-wash barrier between it and the A487 to capture any pebbles and sea water. More: Replacement of deteriorating Pembrokeshire school building backed More: Some people set to be exempt from Pembrokeshire council tax payments More: Haverfordwest houses for homeless will not be used for asylum seekers In a question, on behalf of Solva Community Council, to be heard at the July 17 meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council, community council chair Gareth Chapman will ask: 'The topic of the road diversion at Newgale has been in the news quite a lot recently and it has become apparent that there has been an alternative scheme proposed by the Newgale Community group STUN. 'This proposal has been demonstrated to Solva Community Council and appears to be an under £1m proposal with up to 85 years lifespan compared to the conservative £40m-plus estimate for the PCC proposal.' (Image: AtkinsRéalis report/Pembrokeshire County Council.) The question says 'hardly anyone wants this major change in Newgale,' adding: 'PCC's proposal is to counter for road closures that rarely happen and, even then, require little expense to restore the pebble bank. It should also be remembered that on several occasions, flooding at Newgale occurs because the river outlet is blocked preventing water from the valley escaping and not as a result of a high tide or storm. 'It is acknowledged that climate change and coastal issues at Newgale may eventually in many years force a change in the highway arrangements at Newgale but it is felt that all efforts should be made to retain the character of the village and iconic views for as long as possible. 'Given the huge amount of public money that is proposed to be spent, and could well be better spent on other more pressing issues, would Pembrokeshire County Council commit to thoroughly examining the alternative proposal as WelTAG [Welsh Government Transport Appraisal Guidance] suggests they should, and also fully take on board the overwhelming public opinion regarding the future of Newgale? 'Secondly if Pembrokeshire County Council have already given this alternative scheme full consideration, will they also commit to providing their written comments on the alternative scheme to Solva Community Council within 14 days of this meeting?' The question will be responded to at the meeting.
CBS News
13 hours ago
- Sport
- CBS News
Golden State Valkyries on the road for game against Seattle Storm. Here's how to watch
The Golden State Valkyries are back on the road for a game against the Seattle Storm on Wednesday. It will be the third time the Valkyries and Storm meet. Golden State is 2-0 against the Storm, and they won overwhelmingly in their last match-up, 84-57. The Storm are currently 4th in the league with a 13-9 record, and the Valkyries are 8th with a 10-11 record. Currently, the Valkyries are 3rd in the league for 3-pointers made and 2nd in rebounds per game. The Storm are second in the league for assists per game. Golden State has lost four of their last five games and are 8th in the league, but share the same record as the #9 team, the Las Vegas Aces.
