NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 23, 2026Hillsborough
National Hurricane Center monitors Atlantic disturbances for potential tropical depression development
The National Hurricane Center is tracking three weather disturbances in the Atlantic, with one system off the coast of Africa expected to potentially develop into a tropical depression by next week.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8Why It Matters
Residents in hurricane-prone regions should monitor weather updates as the development of a could lead to future storm activity affecting local conditions.
Key Facts
- The National Hurricane Center is currently tracking three separate disturbances in the Atlantic Ocean.
- Disturbance 3 is located off the west coast of Africa.
- Disturbance 3 is expected to produce a tropical wave.
- There is a potential for Disturbance 3 to develop into a tropical depression by next week.
Who's Mentioned
locationAfrica“The location near where Disturbance 3 is currently forming.”organizationWFLA“Local news outlet reporting on the weather disturbances.”locationAtlantic“The ocean region where the disturbances are currently located.”organizationNational Hurricane Center“The federal agency responsible for tracking and forecasting tropical weather sys”