Tropical Storm Karl

Published 14th September, 4:53pm

The National Hurricane Center in Miami Florida is issuing advisories on Tropical Storm Karl. Karl is moving away from the Cayman Islands.

At 4 p.m. Karl was located near 18.3 N 84.2 W or about 270 miles east of Chetumal, Mexico or 196 miles SW of Grand Cayman. Karl is moving west-northwest and away from the Cayman area at 15 mph, with max sustained winds near 40 mph.

Some further strengthening of Karl is expected overnight. This will lead to continued cloudy to overcast skies with locally heavy showers and squally conditions occurring at times throughout the night. Flooding of low lying areas is expected, and residents of these areas should take all necessary precautions.

A small craft warning is in effect for the Cayman Islands.

The CI National Weather Service will continue to monitor the progress of tropical storm Karl as it continues to move away from our area tonight, but all residents are urged to stay tuned to the local media for further updates.

For further information contact: Simon Boxall