Meteorologists are monitoring three potential tropical systems in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, though none have developed into active storms yet. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has slightly lowered its forecast for named storms this year to between seven and 13, down from an original prediction of eight to 14. Experts believe the third named storm of the year, Cristobal, might form but conditions are not favorable for strengthening. Despite these developments, forecasters say there is currently no threat to Florida or the Sunshine State. One system south of Cabo Verde Islands has a 60 percent chance of developing into a tropical depression by midweek. Other areas being watched are expected to fizzle out due to hostile environmental conditions or cooler waters.
Facts
- NOAA lowered its forecast for named storms this year to between seven and 13, down from an original prediction of eight to 14.
- One area south of Cabo Verde Islands has a 60 percent chance of developing into a tropical depression over the next seven days.
- Experts believe the third named storm Cristobal might form but conditions are not favorable for strengthening.
- Another system between west Africa and the Lesser Antilles has only a 10 percent chance of developing into a tropical depression.
