If this storm is to turn into anything, some pretty big changes will have to occur, and fast. Quick movement of the storm will bring it into a zone of wind shear (winds that oppose its circulation) this weekend. If that happens, the game is over, and all residents along the Gulf Coast will breathe a sigh of relief. On the other hand, if the storm slows its forward speed, the upper-level low and related wind shear in front of it will have time to back westward and stay out of the way. This would provide an environment suitable for a maturing hurricane. The high to the north is significant for two reasons. First, it will establish upper air venting which is a requirement for tropical development. The outflow in the highest levels of the storm will pull everything together at lower levels, something like a monster vacuum cleaner. Second, as the high shifts east it will open a path for the storm toward the Gulf Coast.
Story by AccuWeather.com Expert Senior Meteorologist John Kocet.
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I guess i need to watch the news... accccck
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