Tracking the Tropics: Tropical Depression Nine forms in the Caribbean; Florida in the cone

Tropical Depression Nine has developed in the central Caribbean, according to the National Hurricane Center. The depression developed from Invest 98-L. The depression is expected to reach tropical storm strength and even hurricane strength by early next week. When it reaches tropical storm strength, it will get a name; the next name on this season"s list is Hermine (pronounced her-MEEN). The NHC has placed Florida, including the Tampa Bay area, in the system"s cone of uncertainty. TD Nine is currently about 615 miles east-southeast of Kingston, Jamaica. The system has maximum sustained winds of 35 mph and is moving west-northwest at 13 mph. MORE: 10TampaBay.com/Tropics


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