Tropical Storm in the Gulf of Mexico Likely by MondayTropical Storm in the Gulf of Mexico Likely by MondayForecast models are in good agreement as to where the latest tropical system will go. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Tropical System Could Develop in Caribbean by This WeekendTropical System Could Develop in Caribbean by This WeekendForecasters believe that we will be introduced to Tropical Storm Elsa later this weekend or early next week. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Tropics Remain Active While the Gulf of Mexico Remains QuietTropics Remain Active While the Gulf of Mexico Remains QuietMost of us in Louisiana will see tropical downpours this week but not because of a tropical system. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Second Tropical Wave Being Monitored for DevelopmentSecond Tropical Wave Being Monitored for DevelopmentModel guidance is still suggesting tropical activity in the Gulf of Mexico next week. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Tropical System Might Affect Your July 4th Plans Next WeekTropical System Might Affect Your July 4th Plans Next WeekLong-range tropical models suggest the Gulf of Mexico's next tropical system will come into play by next week. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
0400 AM Tropical Update – The Latest on the Tropics0400 AM Tropical Update – The Latest on the TropicsThe tracks are still trending eastward, Here's what that means for you on this Father's Day weekend. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Tropical Threat Increases for Coastal Louisiana this WeekendTropical Threat Increases for Coastal Louisiana this WeekendImpacts from the approaching tropical system could be felt in South Louisiana by as early as Friday afternoon. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Tracking the Tropics – The Latest on the System in the GulfTracking the Tropics – The Latest on the System in the GulfForecasters believe this very disorganized system is about to get its act together and make a run at the Northern Gulf Coast this weekend. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Tropical System Could be a Soaker for Lafayette Weekend PlansTropical System Could be a Soaker for Lafayette Weekend PlansForecasters say an approaching tropical system could bring flooding rains to South Louisiana by this weekend. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Tropical Trouble Spot in the Gulf Showing Signs of DevelopmentTropical Trouble Spot in the Gulf Showing Signs of DevelopmentForecasters are keeping a watchful eye about 1,000 miles southwest of Lafayette this morning for potential tropical development. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Forecasters Watching for Tropical Development Later This WeekForecasters Watching for Tropical Development Later This WeekA tropical trouble spot in the western Caribbean is giving forecasters reasons for concern this morning. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Atlantic Hurricane Season Officially Begins TodayAtlantic Hurricane Season Officially Begins TodayThe new Atlantic Hurricane Season begins today. Even though a lot of Louisiana residents haven't recovered fully from last year's storms. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Anxiety Alert – NOAA Releases 2021 Hurricane ForecastAnxiety Alert – NOAA Releases 2021 Hurricane ForecastThe 2021 season is forecast to be very active but not nearly as raucous as the 2020 season was. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Tropical Season Begins Ahead of Schedule, AgainTropical Season Begins Ahead of Schedule, AgainThere is an 80% probability the 2021 Hurricane Season will get its first tropical cyclone before the season actually begins. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Yet Another Preseason Forecast Predicts Active Hurricane SeasonYet Another Preseason Forecast Predicts Active Hurricane SeasonForecasters at Colorado State University say Louisiana's coastline has a 50% chance of experiencing a landfalling hurricane this season. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
First Pre-Season Hurricane Forecast Calls for Another Busy YearFirst Pre-Season Hurricane Forecast Calls for Another Busy YearThe preseason forecasts are rolling in for this year's hurricane season. You probably won't like what they have to say. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Hurricane Center Contemplates Extending the Hurricane SeasonHurricane Center Contemplates Extending the Hurricane SeasonThe National Hurricane Center will now begin issuing tropical weather outlooks beginning May 15th instead of waiting until June 1st. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
2020 Hurricane Season Ends Today, Finally!2020 Hurricane Season Ends Today, Finally!However, there is still an area in the tropical Atlantic Basin that is being monitored for further development. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Tropics Finally Quieting Down – One Week Left in SeasonTropics Finally Quieting Down – One Week Left in SeasonThere is still one trouble spot worth watching but it does not appear to be an issue for the Gulf of Mexico or the U.S. mainland. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Are Hurricanes Staying Strong Longer After Landfall?Are Hurricanes Staying Strong Longer After Landfall?A new study published in the Journal Nature suggests that hurricanes are no longer just a coastal problem.Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells