The Tropics: Keeping an eye on the Western Caribbean & Eastern Atlantic

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane season is still upon us and Channel 9 continues to monitor ongoing tropical activity.

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Meteorologist Brian Shields said he’s watching one area in the Western Caribbean that is flaring up, as expected.

It is expected to produce lots of rain before drifting to the west.

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The system will stay well south of Florida and the rest of the U.S., likely taking aim on Central America.

Another area Shields said he’s watching is out in the eastern Atlantic Ocean.

At this point, it is not well-organized; it simply bears monitoring, he said.

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We could see some slow development out there by week’s end, but currently, there is no threat to Florida.

Of course you can count on WFTV.com and Channel 9 to keep you up to date on any developments in the tropics.

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