NOAA Monitors New Atlantic System With Potential for Caribbean Development Next Week
MIAMI, FLORIDA — The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is keeping a close watch on a new tropical disturbance forming in the central Atlantic Ocean, which could move into the Caribbean Sea by the middle of next week.
System Has Low-to-Moderate Chance of Development
As of Thursday, forecasters said the system currently has a low-to-moderate (under 40%) chance of becoming a tropical cyclone within the next seven days. The disturbance is traveling westward across warm Atlantic waters and could reach the eastern Caribbean by Tuesday or Wednesday if current projections remain steady.
Meteorologists at the U.S. National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina, echoed the NHC’s outlook, noting that environmental conditions could become more favorable for gradual development as the system moves closer to the Caribbean.
No Active Storms Yet, But Close Monitoring Advised
At present, there are no active tropical cyclones in the Atlantic, Eastern Pacific, or Central Pacific regions. Still, experts caution that even weak or early-stage systems can shift direction or intensify quickly.
Forecasters are urging residents across the Lesser Antilles, Puerto Rico, and nearby Caribbean islands to stay alert and monitor official weather updates in the coming days.
“This system’s progression bears watching,” forecasters said, emphasizing that warm sea surface temperatures could support development as it moves westward.
Caribbean Residents Encouraged to Stay Prepared
While it’s too early to determine the storm’s exact path or strength, the NHC says the next several days will be key in assessing the system’s organization. Satellite data and wind patterns will help forecasters decide whether advisories or watches will be necessary.
Weather agencies recommend that Caribbean residents review their hurricane preparedness plans as the Atlantic Basin remains active through late October.
For the latest updates, residents can visit the National Hurricane Center website at www.nhc.noaa.gov.
As the system continues its westward journey, stay with NapervilleLocal.com for ongoing coverage and forecast updates from NOAA and the National Weather Service.
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