Mr. Weatherman
New Tropical Wave in the Caribbean
- Title
- New Tropical Wave in the Caribbean
- Runtime
- 5:26
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A new tropical wave in the Caribbean will bring even more flooding. High rain amounts are possible for Trinidad & Tobago, Guyana, Suriname, Barbados, Grenada, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, and St. Lucia.
The rain threat will also increase in Jamaica, Haiti, Aruba, Curacoa, and Bonaire.
Hurricane Nicole is now a tropical storm and will continue to bring flooding and major coastal impacts to Florida and up the East Coast of the United States.
I'm thinking of those in The Bahamas and Florida, and those impacted by flooding across the Caribbean. This hurricane season won't end! - Brian
- Title
- Nicole Hits Florida & The Bahamas
- Runtime
- 7:58
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Nicole hits Florida and The Bahamas with hurricane and tropical storm conditions. Flooding, storm surge, and wind gusts over 80 mph are being felt in the Northern Bahamas and parts of Florida.
A new tropical wave will move into the Caribbean in a couple days. This will bring a flood threat to Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, Suriname, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, Grenada, St. Lucia, and Barbados. Dominica through Puerto Rico will see scattered showers and thunderstorms.
This is a busy end of the hurricane season. Please stay safe! Thank you! - Brian
- Title
- Hurricane Warnings Up as Nicole Strengthens!
- Runtime
- 10:34
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Hurricane Warnings are up for Florida and The Bahamas as Nicole strengthens. It will become a hurricane tomorrow, and impact the Northern Bahamas and Florida with a storm surge, coastal and inland flooding, and winds over 80 mph or 129 km/h.
If you are in Florida: wftv.com/Nicole
Please be safe! Thank you! - Brian
- Title
- The Bahamas Braces for a Hurricane
- Runtime
- 9:48
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- The Bahamas is bracing for a hurricane, as Subtropical Storm Nicole continues to strengthen. Hurricane conditions are likely for the Norther Bahamas by Wednesday afternoon, through Wednesday night. Nicole will then bring major coastal impacts to the East Coast of the United States, especially Florida.
I'm thinking of all those that were impacted by the devastating flooding in St. Lucia yesterday! - Brian
- Title
- Major System Could Become a Hurricane
- Runtime
- 7:13
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A major system is forming and it could become a hurricane this week. High coastal impacts will be felt in The Bahamas, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. A significant flood threat remains in place for The Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and The Virgin Islands.
This system will bring damage to the coast, either as a tropical storm or hurricane. Major beach erosion is ongoing, and damage to structures along the coast of Florida and The Bahamas, from the surf, is likely.
This is a large system. Every system is different. I'll monitor closely for you. Please be safe! - Brian
- Title
- A New Tropical Storm May Form Soon
- Runtime
- 6:57
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A new tropical storm may form soon. "Nicole" may develop near The Bahamas and Turks & Caicos. Heavy rain will be possible from Puerto Rico, through the British & US Virgin Islands — along with St. Kitts & Nevis, Anguilla, and Antigua & Barbuda. Hurricane Season is not going out quietly!
Thank you for sharing this channel and building this weather community! - Brian
- Title
- ALERT: Major Flood Threat for Puerto Rico & The Virgin Islands
- Runtime
- 7:41
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- We are on alert for a major flood threat for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Over 300 mm of rain is possible over the next several days! This significant flood threat may include Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Antigua & Barbuda, Anguilla, St. Kitts & Nevis, Montserrat, and Guadeloupe.
The massive area of rain could develop into a tropical or sub-tropical storm near The Bahamas.
Please prepare to seek higher ground if needed.
I'm also thinking of those in Belize, Honduras, and Mexico that were impacted by Lisa. Thank you! - Brian
- Title
- Two Hurricanes & A New Area to Watch
- Runtime
- 6:57
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- There are two hurricanes and now a new area to watch. Hurricane Lisa is moving into Belize, while Hurricane Martin stays out to sea. Another area will develop in the Caribbean, near Puerto Rico, then lift toward The Bahamas. It could become our next named system.
It is busy! Thank you for building this weather community — all about safety! - Brian
- Title
- Lisa Gets Stronger --- Landfall on Wednesday!
- Runtime
- 10:17
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Tropical Storm Lisa continues to get stronger, with landfall in Belize on Wednesday night. Impacts are already being felt in Honduras, with tropical storm conditions moving into Roatan tonight. The storm surge will bring coastal flooding. The winds will bring some structural damage and widespread power outages. Inland flooding is likely with over 150 mm of rain. Seek higher ground if necessary. This could become a hurricane as soon as tomorrow morning.
Tropical Storm Martin just formed in the Atlantic, and another system may develop next week.
Please be safe! - Brian
- Title
- New Tropical Storm Forms and Will Get Stronger
- Runtime
- 10:17
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A new tropical storm formed in the Caribbean, and it will get stronger as it heads to land. The heaviest weather stays south of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. However, hurricane conditions are becoming more likely for Belize and Northern Honduras.
Thank you for sharing this channel with your friends and family! Please be safe. - Brian
- Title
- NEW: Potential Cyclone 15 — Watches Posted for Jamaica!
- Runtime
- 4:54
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Potential Cyclone 15 is now in the Central Caribbean, and Tropical Storm Watches have been posted for Jamaica and parts of the Cayman Islands. This is forecasted to be a hurricane when it reaches Belize and Northern Honduras.
BELIZE & Northern HONDURAS: Make hurricane preparations.
JAMAICA: Monitor flood threat Monday & Tuesday.
Thank you for spreading this channel! Be safe! - Brian
- Title
- Tropical Storm Forming: Jamaica, Belize, Honduras on Alert
- Runtime
- 6:25
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A tropical storm is forming and Jamaica, Belize, and Honduras are on alert. Heavy rain could move into Jamaica, with this system passing just to the south. Next, it could develop into a tropical storm or hurricane as it gets closer to Mexico, Belize, and Honduras by mid-week.
JAMAICA: Monitor the flood threat.
BELIZE & HONDURAS: Take initial preparations to be safe in case this becomes a tropical storm or hurricane.
Thank you for sharing this information! - Brian
- Title
- Caribbean Invest 95 Brings Flooding & It Could Develop This Weekend
- Runtime
- 5:05
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Caribbean Invest 95 continues to bring flooding to areas, and it could develop into a tropical depression this weekend. Development will be slow, but heavy rain will be close to Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, the British Virgin Islands, the Dominican Republic, and Haiti. This system will be close to Jamaica in a couple days, and then may move toward Belize and Honduras.
I am watching it closely! If there are any signs of more development, I'll let you know right away! The next name on the list this hurricane season is Lisa.
Thank you for spreading the word about this channel! - Brian
- Title
- Caribbean Storm Forming; Life-Threatening Flooding
- Runtime
- 8:36
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A Caribbean storm is trying to form, bringing life-threatening flooding. Mudslides and rockslides will be a concern for areas that receive heavy rain today. The hardest hit areas have been Trinidad and Tobago, parts of Venezuela, parts of Puerto Rico, Guyana, Grenada, and St. Vincent and The Grenadines. The flood threat continues for Puerto Rico through Barbados as well.
This area could become a tropical depression soon, and then a tropical storm. The models are having a very hard time establishing what will happen. This area will move west, so it needs to be monitored in Jamaica, Haiti, The Dominican Republic, and the Cayman Islands. Down the road, this area could get close to Belize and Honduras.
Please be safe. Seek higher ground if necessary. Thank you! - Brian
- Title
- Caribbean Blob Could Become a Tropical Storm
- Runtime
- 7:36
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- This Caribbean blob could become a tropical storm as soon as early next week. Flooding will continue for Puerto Rico through St. Lucia, and Trinidad and Tobago. Venezuela has also seen flooding. As this area moves west, toward Jamaica, it could become a tropical depression or tropical storm late week. It will then approach Mexico, Belize, and Honduras. By the middle of next week, it could intensify into a hurricane.
I'll continue to monitor the flooding. Please be safe! - Brian
- Title
- Flood & Storm Threat for the Caribbean
- Runtime
- 7:06
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- The flood and storm threat continues for the Caribbean, including Puerto Rico, Jamaica, the Virgin Islands, St. Lucia, Trinidad & Tobago, Grenada, and Aruba. Many more of us will see flooding and thunderstorms too! This area could develop into a tropical storm or hurricane next week. Areas west should monitor closely: Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Mexico, Belize, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is a VERY busy weather pattern. Please be safe!
Thank you for sharing this channel! It is your weather community. - Brian
- Title
- Caribbean on Alert: Tropical Storm or Hurricane Possible
- Runtime
- 8:31
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- The Caribbean is on alert for the potential of a tropical storm or hurricane. A tropical depression or tropical storm could form as soon as this weekend. Regardless of development, the flood threat will increase from Puerto Rico, through Barbadoes, down into Trinidad and Tobago, and Guyana. Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic, along with all areas in the Eastern Caribbean, need to monitor the progress of this tropical disturbance very closely.
Thank you for sharing this channel with your friends and family. I'll do my best to keep you posted! - Brian
- Title
- Caribbean Tropical Storm Possible
- Runtime
- 5:25
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A Caribbean tropical storm is possible. An area of heavy rain in the Eastern Caribbean could develop this weekend, potentially into a tropical storm. If it develops, it could track to the northwest. Interests in the Caribbean, including Jamaica, Haiti, The Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico, should pay close attention the next few days.
Regardless of development, the rain and flood threat will increase in other areas too, such as Trinidad and Tobago, Barbadoes, Grenada, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Anguilla, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, Antigua & Barbuda, and the US & British Virgin Islands.
Elsewhere, there is a new spin-up near Bermuda. This hurricane season doesn't want to end. The next name on the list is Lisa.
- Title
- Hurricane Rosyln Hits, Cyclone Sitrang Strengthens, and a Caribbean Storm Possible
- Runtime
- 5:21
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Hurricane Rosyln just hit Mexico, while Cyclone Sitrang will bring flooding to India. A Caribbean storm will be possible, and that is something to closely monitor through the end of the month into the beginning of November.
Please be safe if you are impacted by these systems. We are thinking of you! - Brian
- Title
- Will a Late Season Hurricane Form in the Caribbean?
- Runtime
- 6:09
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Will a late season hurricane form in the Caribbean? Models are hinting at development, so in this video I am going to dive into that.
This time of year, fronts and tropical waves can leave leftover moisture in the Caribbean. The water is still warm, so yes, named systems can still spin up.
On the Pacific side, Hurricane Rosyln is a powerful and major hurricane. I'm thinking of those impacted by this! - Brian
- Title
- New Tropical Wave & Roslyn to become a Hurricane in the Pacific
- Runtime
- 4:46
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A new tropical wave enters the Caribbean, while Rosyln is close to becoming a hurricane in the Pacific. Roslyn will bring life-threatening flooding to parts of Mexico, with winds gust over 100 mph.
Thank you for all your wonderful comments. I'll do my best to get to those! - Brian
- Title
- Earthquake Hits Panama & Pacific Hurricane Developing
- Runtime
- 7:49
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- An earthquake hit Panama, all while a hurricane is developing in the Pacific. It is busy!
A front will lower the rain chance in Belize, but scattered storms remain throughout the Cayman Islands, Jamaica, the Bahamas, and Puerto Rico. Saharan Dust continues for the ABC Islands and Trinidad and Tobago.
Thank you for joining this weather community! - Brian
- Title
- Pacific Hurricane Forming & A New Caribbean Tropical Wave
- Runtime
- 6:11
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A Pacific hurricane is forming and a new tropical wave will bring a better chance of thunderstorms to the Eastern Caribbean this weekend. Heavy rain and the potential of flooding will continue for parts of Costa Rica and Panama, while the Bahamas, Jamaica, Belize, and the Cayman Islands will have a chance of passing showers.
By this weekend, thunderstorms will become numerous from Puerto Rico, down through Trinidad and Tobago. And that's also when a tropical storm or hurricane could threaten the south Mexico coastline.
Thank you for building this weather community by sharing this channel. - Brian
- Title
- Tropical Storm Development Possible Near The Bahamas
- Runtime
- 5:16
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Tropical storm development is possible near the Bahamas this weekend, along an old front. Models are hinting at something spinning up near the Southeast United States and Northern Bahamas. If something develops, it will be Sunday into early next week. The next named storm is Lisa.
On the Pacific side, a developing area could become a hurricane as soon as this weekend. It will impact parts of Mexico, but it's too early to tell where it comes onshore.
Thank you for sharing this channel! - Brian
- Title
- New Tropical Wave & Front Brings Thunderstorms
- Runtime
- 3:13
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A new tropical wave and a front will bring thunderstorms to parts of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and throughout the Bahamas. While I don't expect organization in these areas, a tropical storm could develop on the Pacific side.
Hurricane season goes through the end of November. This channel is here for safety, and I'll keep you informed! - Brian
- Title
- Four Tropical Waves
- Runtime
- 2:53
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Four tropical waves will bring unsettled weather to the Caribbean for the week ahead. Isolated areas of flooding is possible. None of these tropical waves should develop, but I’ll monitor.
Thank you for building this weather community! Have a great rest of your Sunday!! —Brian
- Title
- Tropical Wave Enters the Western Caribbean
- Runtime
- 3:01
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A tropical wave enters the Western Caribbean, bringing a better chance of scattered rain and thunderstorms to Jamaica, The Cayman Islands, Belize, Honduras, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Tropical Storm Karl fell apart, but flooding rain continues in parts of Southern Mexico.
A couple new tropical waves will move into the Caribbean for the week ahead.
Thank you for being part of this weather community! - Brian
- Title
- Tropical Storm Karl Heads to Land
- Runtime
- 6:12
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Tropical Storm Karl heads to land and will bring heavy rain to parts of Mexico. Flash flooding is likely. It is a slow mover. Elsewhere, a tropical wave will bring scattered thunderstorms to Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. Eventually that tropical wave will bring thunderstorms to Belize.
Tropical Storm Julia may for in the open waters of the Atlantic. I'll monitor for it, and see how close it gets to Bermuda.
Be safe in Mexico where Karl is coming onshore. Thank you! - Brian
- Title
- Hurricane Julia Makes Landfall with 85 MPH Winds
- Runtime
- 5:03
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Hurricane Julia makes landfall with winds of 85 mph, and gusts around 95 mph. It moved into the coast of Nicaragua early this morning. Life-threatening flash flooding is possible in parts of Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatamala. Heavy rain will move into parts of Mexico. Most of the heavy rain stays south of Belize.
Please be safe! Seek higher ground if needed. Thank you. - Brian
- Title
- Julia Almost a Hurricane
- Runtime
- 6:11
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Julia is almost a hurricane and will bring life-threatening flooding and mudslides to parts of Central America. Julia is now a tropical storm, but will move inland tonight and tomorrow as a hurricane, into Nicaragua. Tropical storm conditions are likely in parts of Honduras. Most of the heavy weather stays south of Belize and north of Costa Rica.
As Julia moves inland, over a foot of rain will bring flash flooding to inland areas, including El Salvador, Guatamala, and parts of Mexico. It could reemerge and strengthen again once it gets back into the Pacific Ocean.
Please be safe! Seek higher ground if needed. Thank you! - Brian
- Title
- Tropical Storm Julia Heads to Land
- Runtime
- 6:27
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Tropical Storm Julia heads to land, and will impact Honduras, Nicaragua... and even parts of Belize and Mexico. Most of the bad weather should stay north of Costa Rica.
Julia could become a hurricane right before making landfall on Sunday. Mudslides are a threat even in Guatemala and El Salvador.
Please be safe. I'm thinking of all those dealing with this tropical storm! -Brian
- Title
- Tropical Storm Conditions Likely
- Runtime
- 7:48
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Tropical storm conditions are likely in parts of the Caribbean today through the weekend. Flash flooding continues, along with gusty winds. The flooding risk that is in Trinidad and Tobago heads to the ABC Islands today.
This weekend, this system could become Tropical Storm Julia as it heads to Nicaragua, Honduras, and Belize. It could spin up into a hurricane.
Please be safe. I'm thinking of all those dealing with the flooding! - Brian
- Title
- Caribbean Storm Developing
- Runtime
- 7:17
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A Caribbean storm is developing, and it could be a tropical storm as soon as this weekend. Regardless, we already have spotty power outages in Grenada and flooding in Trinidad and Tobago. Heavy rain continues in parts of Guyana, and St. Vincent & The Grenadines, St. Lucia, and Barbados may see rain out of this.
Next, it will head toward the ABC Islands, and bring tropical storm conditions. Our northern sections of Colombia and Venezuala will also get some heavy rain.
After that, we need to monitor closely in: Mexico, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. I'll keep a close eye on Jamaica and the Cayman Islands too.
Thank you for sharing this channel! Please be safe. - Brian
- Title
- A Tropical Storm May Develop in the Caribbean
- Runtime
- 7:34
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A tropical storm may develop in the Caribbean as soon as this weekend or early next week. A strong tropical wave will move into the Eastern Caribbean and bring the chance of flash flooding.
Once it gets into the Central Caribbean, conditions are conducive for development. The water is very warm and the wind shear will be low.
At the least, this will develop slowly and could become a tropical depression or storm as it reaches the Western Caribbean. As it stands now, there is a slight chance it could become a hurricane.
Thank you for being part of this weather community! - Brian
- Title
- Strong Tropical Wave Approaches the Caribbean
- Runtime
- 5:50
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A strong tropical wave approaches the Caribbean and will bring a better chance of thunderstorms and localized flooding. Gradual development is possible as it heads into the Caribbean by mid-week.
Heavier rain will move into Barbados, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, Grenada, and Trinidad & Tobago. Eventually, this will move into the ABC Islands, then over toward Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Thank you for being part of this weather community! You all are too kind! - Brian
- Title
- New Tropical Wave Approaches the Caribbean
- Runtime
- 5:17
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- A new tropical wave approaches the Caribbean this week. Slow development is possible. It will bring a higher chance of rain, thunderstorms, and flooding to Guyana, Barbados, Grenada, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, and St. Lucia.
Thunderstorms continue for Jamaica, and that will build toward Belize by early in the week.
One area off the coast of Africa may become Tropical Storm Julia, but that will stay out to sea.
Thank you for being part of this weather community! - Brian
- Title
- Two Areas to Watch in the Caribbean
- Runtime
- 4:05
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- There are two areas to watch in the Caribbean, and slow development will be possible late next week. Fortunately, Hurricane Ian has fizzled and there isn't anything else out there that will impact land at this time. But there are two months left int the hurricane season, and October can be very active.
Thank you for your patience. This channel will be fully up and running soon -- lots of new things coming.
Thank you for being part of this weather community! - Brian
- Title
- Hurricane Ian will Rapidly Intensify
- Runtime
- 6:15
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Hurricane Ian will rapidly intensify, bringing winds over 100 mph to western Cuba. After that, it will emerge in the Gulf of Mexico, where it could become a Category 4 or 5 hurricane.
All indications are that it will slow near Tampa, causing historic flooding along the west coast of Florida.
I'll defer to my wonderful colleagues stateside to cover the US angle.
Ian will pull away from Grand Cayman through this evening.
Thank you for trusting me with your safety! - Brian Shields
- Title
- Tropical Storm Ian will become a Hurricane Soon
- Runtime
- 8:33
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Tropical Storm Ian will become a hurricane soon, possibly rapidly intensifying as it approaches Cuba. The worst weather stays west of Jamaica, but hurricane and tropical storm conditions are likely for the Cayman Islands. Western Cuba could have winds over 100 mph by early this week.
After that, it is highly uncertain where this goes. It depends on a front to the north. All locations from Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida and the Bahamas should monitor this closely. Florida is taking initial preparations at this time.
Please be safe in the Cayman Islands and Western Cuba! Thank you for being part of this weather community! - Brian
- Title
- Tropical Storm Ian Gets Stronger
- Runtime
- 6:42
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- Tropical Storm Ian gets stronger, and will become a hurricane Sunday or Monday. It could eventually become a major hurricane in the Gulf of Mexico. Ian will swing west of Jamaica (good news!) but hurricane conditions are possible in parts of the Cayman Islands. After that, hurricane conditions are likely for Western Cuba.
Impacts for Florida are more and more likely, but is is highly uncertain where in Florida this may go.
I'm thinking of all those impacted by Hurricane Fiona. Thank you for your trust forecasting these systems! - Brian
- Title
- Caribbean Storm will become Major Hurricane in the Gulf
- Runtime
- 8:50
- Date posted
- 4 years ago
- Description
- The system in the Caribbean will become a tropical storm soon, and then eventually a major hurricane when it enters the Gulf of Mexico.
JAMAICA: Worst weather on the western side (Treasure Beach & West). Conditions go downhill late Sunday. Gusty winds and localized flooding.
CAYMAN ISLANDS: Hurricane conditions arrive Sunday night into Monday. Power outages will be widespread. Freshwater and ocean water flooding. Please be sheltered in place by Sunday afternoon. Hurricane conditions will last all day Monday.
FLORIDA & CUBA: A strengthening hurricane will impact western Cuba on Tuesday. After that, it is more and more likely impacts will be felt in Florida. I'm still one day away from knowing exactly where. From the Panhandle to The Keys, please start some initial hurricane preparations.
Thank you all for your patience as I work to improve this channel. Safety is my number one priority! - Brian

