Tracking Tropical Storm Bret's Impact on Florida and the Caribbean

Tropical Storm Bret is currently located about 1,000 miles east of the Lesser Antilles and is not a threat to the continental U.S. However, its existence, along with the potential development of Tropical Storm Cindy, is unusual for this time of year and may indicate a more active hurricane season ahead. The Main Development Region (MDR) is currently warmer than usual, which could lead to more tropical wave development in the peak season. Additionally, a bizarre jet stream pattern over the southeastern U.S. is causing significant weather agitation and severe thunderstorms in Florida and the Deep South.