Talking the Tropics With Mike: Strong E. Atlantic tropical wave

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Tropical waves continue to roll west off the coast of Africa. It’s just a matter of time before one of these waves “takes off” but atmospheric conditions - right now - are not particularly conducive for development.

One wave in particular is strong & shows signs of organization just off the African coast. This wave could become a tropical storm within the next few days. The environment appears marginal which could keep the wave “in check”.

We also need to monitor the Western Caribbean &/or Gulf of Mexico for possible development over the next week or two as waves get farther west into a more favorable area for development.

Overall conditions over the Atlantic Basin appear “ready to go” as we head into mid to late Aug. - particularly the 20th-31st then on into Sept.

Wed., 08/05 it was Dr. Klotzbach at CSU... Thu., 08/06 it was NOAA with their hurricane season updated forecasts. Both are predicting a potentially historic last half of the hurricane season. Bottom line: always be prepared & stay calm. First Alert Hurricane Center * here *.