Tropical Storm Noel hit the Caribbean hard, especially Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic. Late last night the death toll due to the storm was at about 60.

The storm is not expected to turn into a hurricane but Florida residents are still keeping a close eye on Noel.

A tropical storm watch was issued today for the southeast Florida coast by the center. A watch means tropical storm conditions are expected within 36 hours.

In the Dominican Republic, there are at least 21 confirmed deaths and 16 people missing. 18 deaths were reported in Haiti and one in Jamaica.

In Cuba, about 1,000 homes were damaged, 2,000 people were evacuated from low-lying areas, and schools were closed for thousands of students, according to the government.

Via / Bloomberg