Tropical Storm Helene is intensifying in the northwestern Caribbean Sea, with expectations of becoming a hurricane later today. It’s projected to move across the eastern Gulf of Mexico and make landfall on Florida’s Big Bend coast late Thursday.
A range of watches and warnings are in effect across parts of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Cuba, and Mexico.
Meanwhile, the National Hurricane Center is also monitoring two other areas in the Atlantic for potential tropical development, adding further complexity to the tropical weather outlook.
Read: Tropical Storm Helene Nears Hurricane Strength, Threatens Florida And Gulf Coast
Eastern and Central Tropical Atlantic: A low-pressure system west of the Cabo Verde Islands is showing signs of gradual development. Forecasters believe it’s likely to become a tropical depression within the next few days as it moves westward to west-northwestward across the eastern and central tropical Atlantic.
There’s a 50% chance of formation within 48 hours and an 80% chance within 7 days.
Central Subtropical Atlantic: A non-tropical low-pressure system northeast of Bermuda is producing storm-force winds.
While there’s a chance it could develop some subtropical or tropical characteristics in the coming days, it’s expected to remain over open waters as it moves eastward. The formation chance is currently low, at 10% within 48 hours and 20% within 7 days.
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