Just a quick update here.. I've been mentioning a front that will move through Saturday night and early on Sunday ushering in some slightly less humid air to SWFL for Mother's Day. This is great for those of us with outdoor plans but, as it relates to the Gulf oil slick, it does pose some concerns for the eastern and southern Gulf of Mexico. The reason? The wind direction will shift and be more northerly for a couple of days (late Saturday night through Monday afternoon/night before shifting back to the east) and this potentially could allow the oil slick to get tied into the Gulf loop current (see yesterday's blog post about this!). If this happens, the potential would be there for the oil slick and the tar balls, etc. within it to be pushed toward the south in that 3-5 MPH current. Now, remember, the loop current passes about 200 miles west of SWFL. Ultimately, this is a greater concern for the Keys and the east coast. But you may begin to hear about increased concerns that the oil slick may start traveling through the eastern Gulf over the weekend and early next week. We'll stay on top of it for you!
Brian
