Increasing development opportunities in the Atlantic

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – We are giving you the first warning this morning of an increasing likelihood of earthquake development in the Atlantic.

An area of ​​unsettled weather over the central Atlantic is expected to interact with an approaching tropical wave over the next few days.

Environmental conditions are forecast to be favorable for some development thereafter, and a tropical depression could form mid- to late-week while the system is near the northern Leeward Islands, Greater Antilles, southwestern Atlantic, or southeastern Bahamas.

The chance of development remains at 50%.

We know many of you have already seen posts on social media about this system and how it could affect us. Let’s put the brakes on for a moment.

– There is still very little confidence in the further development of this system, if there will be any development at all.

– Even if a development does occur, it is not possible to predict exactly where it will lead so far in advance.

– Be sure to check where you are getting your information from. There is a lot of hype to get clicks and engagement. Stay with us for the latest updates online, on the radio and on our First Alert Weather App.

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