CORPUS CHRISTI \u2013 The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a broad area of low pressure near the Bay of Campeche that has a high chance of tropical development during the next seven days.<\/p>\n
The system has an 80% chance of developing into a tropical or subtropical cyclone during that period, according to an outlook shared early Tuesday by the National Weather Service in Corpus Christi.<\/p>\n
At this time, forecasters expect any effects on South Texas to be limited.<\/p>\n
Coastal impacts possible<\/p>\n
Although no direct impact to South Texas is currently expected, higher-than-normal tides could affect coastal areas if the disturbance develops.<\/p>\n
An increased risk of rip currents also is possible along Coastal Bend beaches.<\/p>\n
Rip currents are powerful channels of water moving away from shore and can pose a danger to swimmers even when weather conditions along the coast appear relatively calm.<\/p>\n
Forecast remains uncertain<\/p>\n
The disturbance had not developed into a tropical depression or storm as of the latest outlook, and its eventual organization and movement remain uncertain.<\/p>\n
The National Weather Service encouraged South Texas residents and visitors, particularly those along the coast, to continue monitoring forecasts for changes.<\/p>\n
Additional information and updated forecasts are available through the National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service as the system develops.<\/p>\n