Tracking the Tropics: Hurricane Season Podcast

A plume of Saharan dust is expected to hit Florida this week, which could affect our weather patterns for its duration. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/NPRc Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://ap...

ATLANTIC SYSTEM BREWING? WIAT Chief Meteorologist Dave Nussbaum joins our Tracking the Tropics team with the latest on a potential storm close to land, and what we can expect in the tropics as we head into July. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/jo...

Are the tropics as quiet as they seem? WCBD Chief Meteorologist Rob Fowler joins our Tracking the Tropics team to break down what could be brewing in the Atlantic. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.c...

In this episode of Tracking the Tropics, we’re monitoring a developing system near the Gulf Coast that could briefly become Tropical Storm Arthur. Regardless of development, heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and coastal flooding remain the main concerns for parts of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potent...

WKRG Chief Meteorologist Ed Bloodsworth joins our Tracking the Tropics team to address social media chatter about an alleged Gulf storm. Plus, we take a look back at 2025's Hurricane Melissa, a monster storm that tied all-time intensity records, killed over 90 people, and left absolute devastation behind. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead...

Hurricane season is here! Robbie Berg, Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Hurricane Center, joins Tracking the Tropics live to break down the NHC's forecast for the season, discuss how many storms are expected this year, and answer your questions during our live Q&A. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential developm...

For the first time since 2015, no hurricanes made landfall in the U.S. this season. In our final episode of the 2025 season, our Tracking the Tropics team takes a look back at the powerful storms the Atlantic churned up this year. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://...

A University of South Florida professor is among a team of researchers suggesting a change to how the risks associated with tropical cyclones are communicated. On this edition of Tracking the Tropics, our team sits down with Dr. Jennifer Collins to learn more about the Tropical Cyclone Severity Scale and her research findings. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on W...

The end of hurricane season is around the corner! On today's edition of Tracking the Tropics, our team looks back at the season and what we can expect in the coming weeks. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https:/...

Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/NPRc Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NgRDyO

Hurricane Melissa, one of the strongest Atlantic storms on record, brings 185 mph winds and devastating floods to Jamaica. WNCN Chief Meteorologist Wes Hohenstein joins our Tracking the Tropics team live as the eye of this dangerous storm approaches the island. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential dev...

Our Tracking the Tropics team tackles the latest on Tropical Storm Melissa and explains why there is high uncertainty in the forecast. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nx slink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.c...

WBTW Meteorologist Hannah Rahner joins our Tracking the Tropics team with the latest on Tropical Storm Lorenzo and what we can expect in the coming days. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nx slink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spoti...

Tropical Storm Jerry formed in the Atlantic on Tuesday morning, making it the 10th named storm of the season. WIAT Chief Meteorologist Dave Nussbaum joins our Tracking the Tropics team to break down the latest forecast track and answer viewer questions. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential development...

Hurricanes Imelda and Humberto are influencing each other as the dual storms are forecast to head toward the Bahamas. KARK Chief Meteorologist Joel Young joins our Tracking the Tropics team to explain the Fujiwhara effect. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics...

The National Hurricane Center says two tropical waves in the Atlantic have the chance to develop this week. WSAV Chief Meteorologist Scott Roberts joins the Tracking the Tropics team with a look at the latest models. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsle...

TROPICS WAKING UP: We could soon see Tropical Storm Gabrielle after a historic peak-season lull. WCBD Chief Meteorologist Rob Fowler joins our Tracking the Tropics team to take a look at where it's heading and what we could expect for the rest of the season. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential develo...

September 10 is the statistical peak of hurricane season, but the tropics are eerily quiet. On this edition of Tracking the Tropics, KLFY meteorologist Adam Olivier joins our team to take a look at what's tamping down activity at what should be the busiest time of the season. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead o...

WHAT'S BREWING IN THE TROPICS? A tropical depression is expected to form in the Atlantic by mid-week. Our Tracking the Tropics team takes a look at what the models show. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nx slink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup...

Tropical storm and storm surge warnings are in effect for coastal North Carolina and there's a risk of dangerous rip currents along the East Coast. WNCT Chief Meteorologist Jerry Jackson joins the Tracking the Tropics team with the latest. Plus, a look at two areas of potential development. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, a...

All eyes are on the Atlantic as Tropical Storm Erin makes its way west. With Erin expected to reach major hurricane strength, Max Defender 8 Meteorologists Rebecca Barry and Juliana Mejia break down the latest track and model runs, and answer viewer questions. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential deve...

ERIN TRACK UPDATE: Tropical Storm Erin's latest track brings it closer to land as it is forecast to reach major hurricane strength. KXAN Meteorologist Kristen Currie joins the Tracking the Tropics team to break down the latest update and answer viewer questions. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and the WFLA streaming app, and stay ahead of potential de...

NHC forecasters say the newly formed Tropical Storm Erin could reach major hurricane strength this week. Our Tracking the Tropics team breaks down the latest models and answers viewer questions about the storm. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nx slink.wfla.com/jo...

Our Tracking the Tropics team is watching two areas of the Atlantic for potential development. WFLA meteorologists Rebecca Barry and Justin Mosely take a look at the hurricane models and explain why, despite social media hype, you should take these long-range forecasts with a grain of salt. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential d...

The tropics are expected to heat up soon as we near the historically busy period of hurricane season. On this edition of Tracking the Tropics, WIAT Chief Meteorologist Dave Nussbaum joins our Tracking the Tropics team to break down what the models are showing us. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking...