The Atlantic basin includes the northern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea and Gulf of America, as the Gulf of Mexico is now known in the U.S. per an order from President Trump. NOAA and the National Hurricane Center are now using Gulf of America on its maps and in its advisories.

Here's a quick, easy-to-read look on the latest about Tropical Storm Erin, including what Florida residents should be doing.

The BriefIt’s the first day of school for many in Central Florida, with hot, seasonable highs in the low to mid-90s and a 50% chance of scattered storms this afternoon, possibly affecting school dismissal.