Understanding storm watches vs. warnings ahead of this weekend’s tropical weather

Writer: Carolina Guzman
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As Potential Tropical Cyclone 4 approaches this weekend, it’s essential to understand that a storm watch means severe weather might develop.

Storm watches indicate favorable conditions for severe weather to develop, giving you time to prepare.

Storm warnings mean severe weather is imminent or already occurring, and you should take immediate action to protect yourself and your property.

The Weather Authority maintains coverage of a well-defined tropical wave heading toward the Gulf of Mexico.

A tropical depression could form this weekend or early next week over the eastern Gulf of Mexico or far southwestern Atlantic Ocean, including in the vicinity of Florida.

As of Friday’s 11 a.m. advisory, there is a 60% chance of further development over the next two days and a 90% chance of formation over the next seven days.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency due to the upcoming inclement weather and tropical wave effects.

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