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National Hurricane Center highlights area for potential tropical development off Florida coast
By Shane Hinton at CBS4 Miami
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
The National Hurricane Center has officially indicated an area in the northeastern Gulf with a low (20%) chance of tropical development over the next seven days.This graphic shows the tropical outlook over the next seven days. CBS News Miami The highlighted area of potential development falls over N
Key takeaway However – computer forecast models are not in agreement, which is why there is a 20% chance of development.
Why this matters in The Miami
For Miami residents, the National Hurricane Center's alert about potential tropical development off the Florida coast is a reminder to stay vigilant, especially given the city's history of hurricane landfalls and flooding risks. Although the current forecast suggests that any impacts would be more focused on North and Central Florida, Miami's low-lying neighborhoods, such as Little Havana and Wynwood, are always at risk of flooding from heavy rainfall. The fact that the European Model, which has a good track record with tropical systems, is showing higher confidence in a system forming, warrants close attention from local authorities and residents. As the situation unfolds, Miami-Dade County's emergency management officials will likely be monitoring the situation closely, and residents should be prepared to take necessary precautions, including stocking up on supplies and having a plan in place in case of an emergency.
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Category: weather ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The National Hurricane Center has officially indicated an area in the northeastern Gulf with a low (20%) chance of tropical development over the next seven days.This graphic shows the tropical outlook over the next seven days. CBS News Miami The highlighted area of potential development falls over N
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