Invest 98 could become our next named storm as it moves west in the Caribbean

We’re currently tracking a tropical wave moving across the Windward Islands. It could strengthen later this week as it moves into the Caribbean.

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The tropical wave east of the Windward Islands is currently tagged as Invest AL98. It’s moving quickly to the west at about 20 to 25 miles per hour and producing widespread showers and thunderstorms.

Some gusty winds, up to around 35 mph, have been observed on its northern side. While the system is not expected to organize much in the next couple of days, conditions could become more favorable for development once it reaches the central Caribbean mid to late week. Right now the wave does have a high chance of developing in the next 7 days.

However, it will be tough for the system to further develop as it battles a lot of wind shear in the Gulf and Caribbean.

Overall, there are no threats to Florida at this time. The WPTV First Alert Weather Team will continue to monitor conditions closely as we move through the week

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