Tropical Depression Possible In Gulf Of Mexico, Heavy Rainfall Expected Along Coast

A low-pressure system being monitored in the Gulf of Mexico has a moderate likelihood of developing into a tropical depression within the next few days, according to the National Hurricane Center. As of Wednesday afternoon, the system remained disorganized and was situated near the Florida Panhandle coast, specifically around Panama City. The majority of the precipitation and thunderstorms associated with this system were positioned south and southwest of its center.

Regardless of whether it develops into a tropical depression, the system is expected to bring substantial rainfall to certain areas along the Gulf Coast through the end of the week. Forecasters anticipate that the system will continue to move westward and may re-enter the warm waters of the Gulf later today or tonight.

If it ___ over water... there is a possibility that a tropical depression could form before the system moves fully inland by the end of the week. The system is predicted to bring several inches of rain to the north-central Gulf Coast, including Alabama, through Friday. It will cause turbulent seas, and the risk of rip currents is expected to escalate to a moderate level by tonight and reach a high level, "the highest category," "on Thursday and Friday." For more information on this developing weather situation... visit al.

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The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has a rich history of tracking and predicting tropical cyclones. Established in 1965, the NHC is a division of the National Weather Service (NWS) and is responsible for monitoring and forecasting tropical cyclones in the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico. Over the years, the NHC has made significant advancements in its forecasting capabilities, including the use of satellite imagery, radar, and computer models.

These advancements have enabled the NHC to provide more accurate and timely warnings to communities in the path of tropical cyclones. The NHC's forecasts and warnings have helped to save countless ---s and prevent billions of dollars in damage. Today, the NHC continues to work closely with other government agencies, "emergency management officials.".. and the public to provide critical information and guidance during tropical cyclone events.

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The National Hurricane Center continued to forecast a medium chance of a tropical depression forming in the Gulf in the next few days. The area of low pressure being watched was still disorganized as of Wednesday afternoon, according to forecasters, and located along the Florida Panhandle coast near Panama City.