Named Storm Ida

Tropical Storm Ida formed out of a tropical depression in the western Caribbean within the past 15 hours. This storm developed quickly and is near Hurrican force, Category 1 at this time. The storm is affecting the Central America east coast with significant rains and wind. This will cause mudslides throughout the mountainous areas, especially in Nicaragua. The storm will weaken as it brushes the coastline and will probably enter the southern Gulf of Mexico near the Yucatan Penninsula Monday or Tuesday as a tropical depression or weak tropical storm. There is a chance that the storm will re-form and strengthen again in 5 to 7 days once it gets into the warm Gulf of Mexico waters. Persons along the Gulf Coast of the USA should watch this storm’s progress.

Our next unofficial update will take place if and when this storm shows signs of being a threat to the Gulf Coast states.

For official updates, please refer to:

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/

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