Page 13 - Greg Dee News Today

Tropical Storm Franklin formed in the Caribbean Sea south-southeast of Isla Saona, Dominican Republic, the second tropical storm to form Sunday.

Historically, NOAA forecasters say August through October is when about 90% of all tropical storm activity takes place in the Atlantic.

If you're from Florida, you've heard the Gulf can feel like bath water during the summer but lately the temps have felt more jacuzzi like which creates a space for bacteria like Vibrio.

Meteorologist Greg Dee said Monday's forecast heat indices throughout the day are the hottest he's seen all summer. As early as 10 a.m., it's expected to feel like 103°F.

Hurricane forecasters are monitoring two areas in the Atlantic that could develop, with one given medium formation chances.

With recent record-breaking temperatures, the Salvation Army in Bradenton's homeless shelter is hitting capacity.

The National Hurricane Center is watching two areas for possible development over the next week. Meteorologist Greg Dee said neither system is a concern right now.

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a wave with a 20% chance of forming over the next week. The wave is currently a few hundred miles south of the Cabo Verde Islands.

Don became a tropical storm Monday night. The National Hurricane Center said gradual weakening is expected after that.

Subtropical Storm Don is forecast to become a tropical storm by Saturday. It's not expected to impact land.