Satellite wind data and surface observations indicate that an area of low pressure has formed in the southeastern Caribbean Sea, though the associated shower and thunderstorm activity remains disorganized. The environment is forecast to become more conducive for development, and a tropical depression is likely to form in the next day or so. The low is forecast to move west-northwestward and be over the central Caribbean Sea this weekend where conditions are expected to be conducive for additional development. Locally heavy rainfall and gusty winds are likely to affect the Windward Islands, northern Venezuela, and the ABC island chain today. These impacts are likely to spread to northeastern Colombia later this evening. Interests in Jamaica should closely monitor the progress of this system.
Sanibel Island is not currently under any advisories at the moment, and many models show this heading further west of Sanibel into the Gulf of Mexico. At Select Vacation Properties, we are closely monitoring the situation and if you have plans to visit, we recommend you keep yourself updated with the latest info from the City of Sanibel, NOAA’s National Hurricane Center and other trusted and reliable sources. If you have questions, about this or anything else related to Sanibel Island, the beaches or vacation rentals, call us anytime!