Tropical Storm Milton Forms in the Gulf of Mexico
Life-Threatening Impacts Possible for Florida’s West Coast Next Week
The tropical depression in the Gulf has strengthened into Tropical Storm Milton, with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. Milton is expected to intensify further, potentially bringing dangerous storm surge and winds to Florida’s west coast by midweek.
Key Info:
Location: 220 mi NNE of Veracruz, Mexico
Winds: 40 mph
Movement: NNE at 3 mph
Pressure: 1006 mb
Key Messages:
The depression is expected to quickly intensify and may reach major hurricane strength as it approaches the west coast of Florida by midweek.
There is an increasing risk of life-threatening storm surge and wind impacts for portions of the Florida Peninsula starting late Tuesday or Wednesday. Residents should prepare their hurricane plans and stay informed.
Heavy rainfall is anticipated across Florida on Sunday and Monday, with more intense rainfall expected from Tuesday to Wednesday, increasing the risk of flash flooding and river flooding.
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Scott Martin is an operational meteorologist, professional graphic artist, musician, husband, and father. Not only is Scott a member of the National Weather Association, but he is also the Central Alabama Chapter of the NWA president. Scott is also the co-founder of Racecast Weather, which provides forecasts for many racing series across the USA. He also supplies forecasts for the BassMaster Elite Series events including the BassMaster Classic.Subscribe
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