Storm Watches in Effect in Mexico, Grand Cayman, Cuba

Tropical Storm Ida continues to gain strength in the western Caribbean and is now threatening the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, Grand Cayman, and parts of Cuba.

A hurricane watch is in effect for the Yucatan between Tulum and Cabo Catoche, while tropical storm warnings have been posted for Grand Cayman and the western Cuban province of Pinar del Rio. A tropical storm watch is in effect for Cuba's Isle of Youth.

Ida currently is located about 230 miles southeast of Cozumel and south of Cuba. The storm is moving north and currently is forecast to move over of just east of the Yucatan tomorrow. Ida could become a Category 1 hurricane today.

Weather Information for Your Caribbean Vacation