Tracking the Tropics: Hurricane Season Podcast

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Strong El Nino leads to increased tornado risk this Winter? | Tracking the Tropics Oct 20, 2026

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A strong El Niño is expected to shape weather patterns across the United States this winter, potentially bringing an increased risk of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes to Florida and parts of the Southeast. In this edition of *Tracking the Tropics*, WFLA meteorologists Rebecca Barry and Justin Mosely break down NOAA's latest winter outlook, explain how El Niño impacts the jet stream, and examine what history tells us about the potential for dangerous winter weather. Could Florida see more tornadoes this winter? What does a strong El Niño mean for temperatures, rainfall, and severe weather across the country? Watch for the latest analysis and what you need to know heading into winter. Subscribe to WFLA Now for the latest weather updates, hurricane coverage, and live severe weather tracking. #ElNino #WinterWeather #Tornadoes #TrackingTheTropics #WFLA

Tropics quiet after record-breaking Hurricane Isaias batters Florida | Tracking the Tropics Oct 13, 2026

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The tropical Atlantic is quiet again after Hurricane Isaias made history as the latest-forming hurricane on record.

Tropical Storm Isaias quickly intensifying as it threatens the Gulf Coast | Tracking the Tropics Oct 07, 2026

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Hurricane Isaias is quickly intensifying as it threatens the Gulf Coast, bringing the potential for dangerous impacts across the region. WFLA meteorologists Rebecca Barry and Justin Mosely join JB Biunno for the latest on Isaias’ strength, forecast track and what communities along the Gulf Coast should be watching in the days ahead. Stay with WFLA Now and Tracking the Tropics for continuing updates as the forecast evolves. #HurricaneIsaias #TrackingTheTropics #HurricaneSeason #Tropics #Weather #GulfCoast

Is the season's first hurricane brewing in the Gulf? | Tracking the Tropics Oct 06, 2026

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Is the season's first hurricane brewing in the Gulf? The University of Tampa's Nick Grondin joins our Tracking the Tropics team to break down the latest models, and to take a look at the active Pacific basin. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/NPRc Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NgRDyO

Record quiet Atlantic for the 2026 hurricane season | Tracking the Tropics Sep 29, 2026

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Tropical Storm Hanna and Tropical Depression Fay, which pose no threat to land, continued to churn in the Atlantic on Tuesday. WJZY Chief Meteorologist Tara Lane joins Tracking the Tropics to reflect on Hurricane Helene near the second anniversary of the devastating major storm's landfall. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/NPRc Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NgRDyO

Fay to fizzle out; NHC tracking wave moving off Africa | Tracking the Tropics Sep 22, 2026

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The National Hurricane Center is tracking a tropical wave that is forecast to move off the coast of Africa. Our Tracking the Tropics team has the latest. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/NPRc Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NgRDyO

Will this be the quietest hurricane season ever? | Tracking the Tropics Sep 15, 2026

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It's peak hurricane season... Are the tropics waking up, or staying calm? Our team has the latest on a potential tropical depression that could form this week. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/NPRc Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NgRDyO

Monster Storm Nears Landfall | Tracking the Tropics Sep 08, 2026

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Tracking the Tropics is the world’s most-watched interactive streaming franchise on the Atlantic Hurricane Season. Join the Max Defender 8 weather team and guest meteorologists as they analyze tropical development and answer your questions.

Tropical Storm Edouard strengthens as it nears landfall | Tracking the Tropics Sep 01, 2026

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KLFY Meteorologist Adam Olivier joins our Tracking the Tropics team with the latest on Tropical Storm Edouard as it strengthens ahead of landfall. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/NPRc Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NgRDyO

Is double tropical trouble brewing in the Atlantic? | Tracking the Tropics Aug 25, 2026

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The NHC is monitoring two systems in the Atlantic with a chance for development. WKRG Chief Meteorologist Ed Bloodsworth joins our Tracking the Tropics team with the latest. Tune in to Tracking the Tropics live Tuesdays at 12:30 ET/11:30 CT on WFLA.com and stay ahead of potential development with the Tracking the Tropics newsletter: https://nxslink.wfla.com/join/6sd/signup Listen on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/NPRc Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NgRDyO