National Hurricane Center Director Updates on Tropical Depression Nine

Tropical Depression Nine Forecast

• 🌀 Tropical Depression Nine is currently located south of the central Bahamas, moving north at 9 mph.
• ⚡ Showers and thunderstorms are spreading across the central and northwestern Bahamas, with tropical storm conditions expected later today.
• ⚠️ The system is forecast to become a tropical storm this afternoon and is expected to make a sharp turn east by Tuesday and Wednesday.

Impacts on the US Southeast Coast

• 📉 The risk of direct impacts from wind and storm surge along the southeast US coast has decreased dramatically.
• ⚠️ A tropical storm watch is in effect for parts of Florida's east coast, but may be discontinued.
• 🌧️ Heavy rainfall and isolated flash flooding are still expected in coastal North Carolina and South Carolina from Monday into Wednesday.

Rip Current Risks

• 🌊 Dangerous conditions are expected along much of the US east coast beaches due to tropical depression 9 and Hurricane Humberto.
• ⚠️ A high risk of rip currents is present along Florida's east coast, Georgia, South Carolina, and the Outer Banks.
• 🏖️ A moderate risk extends up to the Jersey Shore, with a reminder to stay out of the water if conditions appear unsafe.

Key Takeaways for Tropical Depression Nine

• ⛈️ Tropical storm conditions, heavy rainfall (up to 6-12 inches), and potential flooding are expected in the northwestern Bahamas.
• 💧 Eastern Cuba may see additional rainfall of 2-6 inches.
• 📉 The risk of significant wind and storm surge impacts on the southeast US coast is decreasing.