Tropical Storm Ophelia is located in the central Atlantic about 2000 miles east of the Leeward Islands. The storm will be encountering upper level wind shear and some dry air masses which will prevent it from strengthening much for the next 3 to 5 days. This storm is moving west at 12 to 14 MPH and is taking a southern track thus far. This storm will affect the Leeward and Windward Islands and Puerto Rico late this weekend into early next week. While it is much to early to give a precise track that may affect the southeastern US, we are asking that persons in Florida start monitoring this storm’s progress. We will post additional information as needed in a few days when this storm’s progress and potential track has been analyzed more.
For up to the minute official advisories and information, please visit the NHC website in Miami:
We are also providing an interactive Watch and Warning web link for persons who wish to get details on localized conditions:
http://www.nws.noaa.gov/largemap.php
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