Tropical Depression Cristobal was downgraded from a tropical storm and is expected to dissipate over open water on Thursday. FOX 13 meteorologists are monitoring three tropical weather systems moving through the Atlantic basin, though none pose an immediate threat to the United States.
Atlantic Tropical Weather Monitoring
Two atmospheric disturbances farther south struggle against dry air and wind shear. One tropical disturbance holds an 80% chance of development, but heavy wind shear and dry air face the low-level center as it approaches the islands.
That system will bring rainy, windy conditions to the region. A second area holds a 50% chance of development and looks better suited to close off a low pressure center over the weekend.
Original reporting: Tampa Bay Florida News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
