Tropical Storm Melissa
Forecasters are monitoring Tropical Storm Melissa, expected to become a major hurricane by the end of the weekend.
The system is located in the Caribbean and is on track to rapidly intensify before moving near Jamaica early next week.
Millions of people are at risk of catastrophic impacts - Alex DaSilva, AccuWeather lead hurricane expert.
Although a direct hit on Brevard County and Florida is unlikely, it's too early to determine if Melissa will bring extra rain or wind to the Space Coast.
Author's summary: Tropical Storm Melissa is intensifying in the Caribbean.
- Location: Caribbean
- Expected impact: Possible rain or wind on the Space Coast
- Forecast: Rapid intensification before moving near Jamaica