The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has begun monitoring a new tropical disturbance designated Invest 90‑L. The system is currently located in the eastern Atlantic, just off the western coast of Africa, and is being evaluated for possible development into a tropical cyclone.
Current status and model guidance
At the time of writing, satellite imagery shows a broad area of low pressure with scattered convection. The NHC’s latest advisory notes that the disturbance is moving west‑northwest at about 12 mph. Early model runs – including the European Centre for Medium‑Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) and the Global Forecast System (GFS) – suggest the wave could gradually organize over the next several days.
While the models are still divergent, a common thread is a westward track that would keep the system over open water for the majority of its life cycle. Some guidance hints at a possible turn toward the Caribbean later in the week, which could bring the system closer to the Florida peninsula. The NHC cautions that any forecast beyond 48 hours remains highly uncertain.
What Central Florida residents should know
WESH 2’s First Warning Weather team, led by Chief Meteorologist Tony Mainolfi, is closely following Invest 90‑L. The team reminds viewers that the Atlantic hurricane season is at its peak, and even a weak tropical wave can evolve quickly under the right conditions.
Residents in Central Florida are encouraged to keep their weather apps updated, especially the WESH 2 News app, which provides real‑time alerts and the latest model graphics. Preparing a basic emergency kit – including water, non‑perishable food, flashlights, batteries, and a portable generator – remains sound advice throughout the season.
How to stay informed
WESH 2 will continue to provide live updates on television and online. The station’s “Tracking Invest 90‑L” page offers a continuously refreshed set of maps, model runs, and advisory text from the NHC. Viewers can also follow the First Warning Weather team on social media for short‑term outlooks and safety tips.
For those who prefer a more hands‑on approach, the station recommends bookmarking the Invest 90‑L page and signing up for push notifications through the WESH 2 app. This ensures that any change in the system’s intensity or track is delivered directly to smartphones and tablets.
Looking ahead
Even if Invest 90‑L does not develop into a named storm, the disturbance serves as a reminder that the Atlantic basin remains active. The NHC will issue regular updates, and the First Warning team will interpret those advisories for a Central Florida audience.
In the meantime, the public is urged to review personal preparedness plans, verify that insurance policies are current, and keep an eye on local emergency management announcements. By staying informed and ready, Central Floridians can protect their families and property should the system intensify and approach the Gulf or Atlantic coasts.
Original reporting: WESH Orlando — read the source article.
