A new tropical depression has formed in the eastern Tropical Atlantic and is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane within five days. Currently moving westward, it is predicted to turn gradually northwards later in the week.
Favorable conditions, including low wind shear, high moisture levels, and warm sea surface temperatures, are supporting its development. While the initial intensification might be slow, it is expected to pick up pace, potentially becoming a hurricane within two days.
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The National Hurricane Center’s initial forecast anticipates Tropical Depression Twelve becoming a major hurricane by the end of the five-day forecast period.
Tropical Depression Twelve Advisory Number 1
- Location: 13.8N 32.5W (About 585 miles west-southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands)
- Maximum sustained winds: 35 mph
- Present movement: West at 9 mph
- Minimum central pressure: 1006 mb
Watches and warnings: None in effect at this time
Outlook: Gradual strengthening is forecast, with the depression potentially becoming a hurricane by Wednesday.
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The system is expected to continue its westward to west-northwestward motion for the next several days before gradually turning more poleward.
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