The tropics are heating up once again, with the National Hurricane Center (NHC) monitoring two disturbances in the Caribbean Sea that have a high likelihood of developing into tropical cyclones.
This comes as Subtropical Storm Patty continues to churn in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean.
Caribbean Disturbances:
Southwestern Caribbean Sea (AL97): This system is showing increasing signs of organization, with the NHC giving it a high (80%) chance of becoming a tropical depression within the next few days.
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Heavy rain is expected across portions of the western Caribbean, including Jamaica, Hispaniola, and Cuba, regardless of development. An Air Force Hurricane Hunter aircraft is scheduled to investigate the system on Sunday to gather more data.
Near the Greater Antilles: A trough of low pressure near Puerto Rico and Hispaniola is also being monitored, but its chances of development are lower (10% over the next seven days).
However, it could still bring heavy rain and gusty winds to the northern Leeward Islands, Puerto Rico, Hispaniola, eastern Cuba, and the southeastern Bahamas over the next few days.
Subtropical Storm Patty:
Subtropical Storm Patty, which formed in the northern Atlantic, is not expected to threaten land. However, it could bring strong winds and rough seas to the Azores as it moves east-southeastward.
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Stay Informed:
The NHC is closely monitoring all of these systems and will issue advisories as needed. Residents in the Caribbean and the Azores should stay informed and be prepared for potential impacts from these developing weather systems. It’s important to have a hurricane plan in place and to monitor official sources for updates and guidance.
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