🌧️ Cayman Islands brace for potential storm

The Cayman Islands are preparing for a week of heavy rain as a disorganized area of low pressure over the western and southwestern Caribbean Sea threatens to develop into a storm. The local weather service has issued an advisory for the system, which the National Hurricane Centre (NHC) has said could become a tropical depression in the coming days. Chief Meteorologist Kerry Powery has described the system as similar to the origins of Hurricane Helene, but still developing. The potential rainfall could reach up to four inches for Grand Cayman and two inches for the Sister Islands. 🌧️

While there is uncertainty regarding the exact location and strengthening of the system, elevated tides pose a risk of flooding, prompting officials to urge residents to stay alert and monitor updates. A small craft advisory will be in effect for Wednesday and Thursday due to increasing winds and rough seas. The NHC has shifted the timetable for potential development towards the end of the week or the weekend, assigning it a 40% chance of development over the next seven days. 🌊

Monday's local forecast predicts partly cloudy skies with a 40% chance of showers and possible thunder. Temperatures are expected to rise to the low 90's °F with a heat index near 107°F. Winds will be southeast at 10 to 15 knots. Seas will be slight to moderate with wave heights of 2 to 4 feet. Similar weather conditions are expected through Tuesday evening, with an increase in cloudiness and showers, fresh southeasterly winds, and rough seas over the Cayman area from Wednesday morning. ⛈️