Tropical Storm Karen…Hurricane watches in the Panhandle have been changed to Tropical Storm Watches. Hurricane watches are in effect for parts of the Central Gulf.
Karen has not significantly changed this afternoon. She is being plagued by dry air and wind shear. Despite all the negative elements, Karen continues too maintain her intensity. Recon measured an internal pressure of 999MB. The last run still supported maintaining the system as a tropical storm.
Only slight strengthening is expected due to the negative factors and then some weakening is possible as the system comes ashore.
It should be noted that the system could be near Hurricane strength at landfall.
The track guidance has shifted slightly to the West. This takes some parts of the Panhandle slightly farther away from the center.
All interests in the northern Gulf should monitor the latest information from their local authorities in case any evacuations are needed.
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