Tropical Depression 19

South Florida is under a Tropical Storm Watch and a Flood Watch

Twenty four hours ago, this disturbance over the Bahamas had a mere 40% chance for development and that was expected once it moved into the Gulf of Mexico. Yet at 5 pm Friday, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) began issuing advisories on tropical depression 19.

 

The depression will track over South Florida Friday night and move into the Gulf of Mexico. Once there,it could turn into tropical storm Sally and aim for the Gulf States.

 

The area shaded blue is under a tropical storm watch. This means that between tonight and Saturday, winds over 39 mph are POSSIBLE. Not a certainty, put the possibility is there with this depression.

 

Heavy rain is the biggest concern with TD 19. Up to 4 inches are possible in some areas and that could lead to street flooding. All of South Florida is under a Flood Watch.

We'll be watching.