Looks like the great state of Louisiana is up there as well! But you're right, Florida is due to get clocked sticking out there like that. Though one could argue that that's why Florida is still there, cause most go around it. Nah. The term hurricane alley comes to mind, but haven't seen one go thru the straights in a while, unless you count Georges and Michelle. BTW, three interesting areas out there, well at least two. The first in the NW Caribbean, but shear is still moving the convection in a flow from SW to NE. The second is in the western Atlantic north of Puerto Rico and scattered throughout. Finally, and I know it's early, there is an impressive wave at about 5N/25W which, if it were July, I might get excited about. However, it could be interesting if it holds together until it reaches the Caribbean. Nuff said, Cheers!!