Meteorologist Louis Smith

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be above-normal, with a 60% chance of increased activity. NOAA predicts 13 to 19 named storms, 6 to 10 hurricanes, and 3…

The Texas floods could have been mitigated through improved flood warning systems, better land use planning, and enhanced infrastructure. Specifically, implementing a comprehensive flood warning system with sirens, investing in…

National Hurricane latest Update: An area of showers and thunderstorms currently over the northwestern Caribbean Sea and adjacent land areas is expected to move west northwestward into the Bay of…

Introduction to the Tropical Outlook The National Hurricane Center (NHC) plays a crucial role in forecasting tropical weather activity, providing timely updates and analyses that are vital for preparedness and…

Introduction to the NHC Tropical Update As the Atlantic hurricane season progresses, it is essential to stay informed about the latest developments in tropical weather. The National Hurricane Center (NHC)…

Remnants of ANDREA Updated June 25, 2025 Located at 39.6°N, 42.1°W Minimum Pressure: 1015 mb Maximum Winds: 30 kt Radius of Maximum Wind: 40 nm Environmental Pressure: 1016 mb Storm…

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A possibility of tropical development exists in the western Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico, particularly during the second week of June. This development may be linked to the Central American…

A tropical disturbance is potentially developing in the Western Caribbean and may move into the Gulf next week. The National Hurricane Center is tracking a broad area of low pressure…

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to be above average, with several forecasts indicating a potentially active season. Here’s a summary of the predictions: Overall Activity: Most forecasts suggest…

There is a “Slight” risk for severe storms in western/southwestern portions of the area late Thursday and a “Marginal” risk for areas generally along and west of I-55. Damaging winds…

A more complete picture emerged Wednesday of the extensive damage wrought by Hurricane Beryl’s trek across the Windward Islands, revealing destruction and at least seven deaths. At least three islands…

Inaugural video of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, taking a dive into the forecast for how active the season will be….

An extremely active Atlantic hurricane season is likely in 2024, the Colorado State University (CSU) hurricane forecasting team says in its latest seasonal forecast, issued April 4. Led by Dr.…

Join us online next Tuesday, April 23 from 1-2 pm EDT as the NOAA Southeast & Caribbean Regional Team (SECART) and NHC host a webinar on lessons learned from the…

EXTENDED RANGE FORECAST OF ATLANTIC SEASONAL HURRICANE ACTIVITY AND LANDFALL STRIKE PROBABILITY FOR 2024 We anticipate that the 2024 Atlantic basin hurricane season will be extremely active. Current El Niño…

Severe thunderstorms will be possible across portions of northeast Louisiana, southeast Arkansas, and northwest Mississippi Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night. As this potential event is still several days away, please…

If you live or work near the Atlantic or Gulf coasts, listen up: Some scientists are predicting this year’s hurricane season will be extremely active. They include Ryan Truchelut, the…

Isolated/scattered convection is ongoing along a boundary extending from Wilkinson Co., MS to upper Plaquemines Parish, LA. WPC has outlined this area as a surface trough, and although there is…

A low-pressure system that was expected to leave the Gulf of Mexico this weekend has slowed down, extending its stay. In an announcement Wednesday, the National Hurricane Center gave the…