Meteorologists Say the New Tropical Depression 12 Formed Over the Atlantic Ocean

Recent weather forecasts said a tropical depression 12 formed over the west of the Cabo Verde Islands.

In the latest advisory on October 4, 2022 (4 pm EDT 4 ), the National Hurricane Center reported the tropical wave they were monitoring became a tropical depression 112.

Still, it said that the tropical depression would be short-lived.

In the same day weather update, the National Hurricane Center explained that satellite images showed that the low pressure in the west-southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands became better defined with showers and thunderstorms.

The advisory said the tropical depression is expected to move at ten mph northwestward over the easter part of the tropical Atlantic in the coming days.

Despite the short-lived tropical depression, residents in affected areas are urged to be careful with the upcoming tropical depression.

On the other hand, AccuWeather reported that the tropical depression does not threaten the United States.

Windward Islands

Moreover, the National Hurricane Center announced the importance of monitoring regardless of storm development.

The advisory said heavy rains and localized flooding could be expected in the Windward Islands and North-South America.

In the recent key message for the tropical disturbance, the Hurricane Center reminded residents of a potential heavy rainfall with flooding in parts of Curacao, coastal Venezuela, Windward Islands, Aruba, and Bonaire in the next few days.

The upper-level winds and conditions are conducive to developing the tropical disturbance.

Furthermore, NHC noted that the tropical disturbance in the Windward Islands had uncertainty in intensity.

However, it said that the system could form a tropical depression on the central or western Caribbean sea by the end part of the week.

The tropical disturbance was tracked, moving 15 mph westward across the Windward Islands and the Caribbean Sea.

Forecasts said that the development of the tropical systems doesn't pose any threat, or it will land. However, residents are reminded of potential localized flooding, gusty winds, and rainfalls in affected areas as the tropical systems form into tropical depressions.

Meanwhile, parts of Florida have continued their search and operations for affected communities since the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said that additional 1,000 linemen were deployed to restore power in Lee County.

Additionally, the governor urged residents to be careful with cleanup drives. He also encouraged those who may want to volunteer to help the affected residents in Florida.

He also said that all Lee County hospitals are now open, reiterating that his government prioritizes hospitals and healthcare systems since Hurricane Ian hit Florida.

Tropical storm preparations

Despite the tropical depression is seen to be short-lived and that the other tropical system will form in the next few days, preparations have been essential for storms.

Here are some reminders you should remember before the storm hits your area.

• Know the details. Stay updated with the current weather reports if the coming storm could affect your area or what storm or hurricane advisories from the city.
• Be alert for potential localized flooding or mudslides if you live near coastal areas. Evacuate when the water rises or as advised by the local officials.
• Repair your home for any damages. Storms storm could have a heavy impact on homes.
• Be careful with closed roads, downed trees, downed communication, or power lines.

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