‘Watching closely’: 30% chance of tropical development in the Gulf

Eye on the tropics Channel 9 meteorologists are closely watching an area of the Gulf of Mexico for development. (WFTV Staff)

By Sarah Wilson

ORLANDO, Fla. — Channel 9 meteorologists are closely watching an area of the Gulf of Mexico for development.

The National Hurricane Center is highlighting an area in the southwest Gulf giving it a 30% chance of tropical development in the next five days.

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“Tropical models are hinting at an area of low pressure developing late next week in the western Gulf,” Meteorologist Rusty McCranie said. “We’ll be watching closely.”

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