Tropical Storms - Roundup of Tropical Storms:
In the North Atlantic Ocean: Sub-Tropical Storm Alberto is located about 85 mi...135 km wnw of the Dry Tortugas and about 330 mi...530 km s of Apalachicola Florida with maximum sustained winds...40 mph...65 km/h. Present movement...nne or 15 degrees at 13 mph...20 km/h.
Storm Alberto has been officially named as the first storm of the 2018 hurricane season as it slowly sweeps through the Caribbean sea. The subtropical storm threatens to bring heavy rain and potential flooding to Mexico, Cuba, Florida and the US Gulf Coast. Tropical storm watches have been issued and experts have warned up to 12 inches of rain could fall in localised areas.
NewsBytes:
Oman - Cyclone Mekunu caused flash flooding that tore away whole roadways and submerged others in Salalah, Oman's third-largest city, stranding drivers. Strong winds knocked over street lights and tore away roofing. Rushing waters from the rain and storm surges flooded typically dry creek beds. The storm killed at least five people while more than 30 remain missing, officials said.
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