Tracking the Tropics: When will the tropics come back alive?

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- After a somewhat active start to the season with three named storms checked off the list in six weeks, things have quieted down. But when will they get active again?

Since Beryl's demise last week, Saharan dust has taken over the Atlantic, Caribbean and at times, the Gulf of Mexico. It has brought hazy skies, a few colorful sunrises and sunsets, and but also have helped create an unfavorable environment for tropical development.

Another factor...