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  • "Tropical Storm Alberto Threatens Mexico's East Coast as Hurricane Season Ramps Up"

    "Tropical Storm Alberto Threatens Mexico's East Coast as Hurricane Season Ramps Up"
    May 21 2025
    As of the past 24 hours, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued multiple alerts concerning weather activity in the Atlantic basin, with particular attention focused on Tropical Storm Alberto, which formed in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico late Monday evening. Alberto became the first named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, prompting tropical storm warnings for large portions of Mexico’s eastern coastline and raising concerns for heavy rainfall along parts of the Gulf Coast.

    According to the NHC's 10 a.m. Tuesday update, Alberto is expected to move westward towards mainland Mexico with a likely landfall in the state of Tamaulipas within the next 24 to 36 hours. While wind speeds remain moderate, the storm's primary threat stems from excessive rainfall potentially leading to flash flooding and mudslides across northeastern Mexico, including Monterrey and surrounding mountainous regions. Some outer bands may also bring rain to southeastern Texas, though forecasters at NOAA expect minimal wind impacts for the U.S. coastline.

    Meanwhile, meteorologists continue to monitor a second, less organized disturbance located in the central Atlantic. Designated Invest 92L by the NHC, this system shows signs of gradual development as it travels west-northwestward at 15 to 20 mph. While the probability for cyclonic development over the next 48 hours remains low at 20 percent, forecasters note that environmental conditions may become more favorable later this week. If it continues to organize, it could potentially become the second named storm of the season.

    In terms of larger trends, NOAA reiterated in its recent climate update that this year’s hurricane season, which officially began June 1, is expected to be above average due to warmer-than-normal Atlantic sea surface temperatures and a transition from El Niño to La Niña conditions over the Pacific. Experts warn that these factors may contribute to both higher intensity and frequency of storms through the peak months of August and September.

    Coastal communities, particularly along the Gulf of Mexico and the southeastern United States, are encouraged to review evacuation plans and stay updated with local emergency management offices. Meteorologists also advise mariners and offshore operators to monitor marine advisories closely as changing wind and wave conditions pose ongoing hazards.

    Looking ahead, meteorologists will be closely watching Invest 92L for signs of development as it nears the Lesser Antilles by the weekend. Additionally, new disturbances are expected to emerge off the West African coast in the coming days, potentially marking the early stages of more sustained tropical activity ahead of the season’s peak.
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  • "Tropical Disturbance Brewing in Caribbean as Hurricane Season Continues"

    "Tropical Disturbance Brewing in Caribbean as Hurricane Season Continues"
    May 20 2025
    Over the past 24 hours, the National Hurricane Center (NHC), alongside NOAA and major weather agencies, has continued to monitor several weather systems of interest across the Atlantic and Gulf basins as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season progresses. At present, no named storms are actively impacting the U.S. coastline, but meteorologists are closely following a developing tropical disturbance in the southwest Caribbean Sea.

    According to the NHC, this broad area of low pressure located just north of Panama is producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms. Environmental conditions appear marginally favorable for gradual development over the next several days, with a 30 percent chance of cyclonic formation through the next week. While the system is currently disorganized, warm sea surface temperatures and reduced wind shear could support slow intensification should it drift northward toward Central America or the Yucatan Peninsula.

    Elsewhere in the Atlantic, a separate tropical wave is being monitored off the coast of West Africa, although this disturbance is not currently exhibiting signs of rapid development. The system bears watching more closely later this week should it maintain structure over open water, but for now, atmospheric conditions, including high-level wind shear and dry Saharan air, are expected to suppress further intensification.

    Meteorologists at NOAA have also issued widespread marine advisories along portions of the Gulf Coast due to strong onshore winds and elevated surf, particularly near the Texas and Louisiana coasts. These conditions stem from a persistent area of low pressure over the south-central United States and are not directly related to tropical activity but are causing dangerous rip currents and minor coastal flooding in vulnerable low-lying areas.

    Rainfall totals throughout the Gulf and Southeast have already reached one to three inches in some areas over the past two days, prompting localized flood advisories by the National Weather Service. While no hurricane watches or warnings are currently in effect for the United States, forecasters caution that this time of year often sees rapid storm formation, especially in the Caribbean and Gulf regions.

    Looking ahead, NOAA and the NHC continue to monitor atmospheric patterns conducive to late-season cyclone development. With ocean temperatures remaining above seasonal averages and the official hurricane season running through November 30, forecasters urge coastal residents to remain vigilant. Updates are expected in the coming days as conditions evolve in the southwest Caribbean, a region historically active in late October and early November.
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  • "Tracking Tropical Storm Tammy and Potential Atlantic Disturbances as Hurricane Season Continues"

    "Tracking Tropical Storm Tammy and Potential Atlantic Disturbances as Hurricane Season Continues"
    May 19 2025
    As of the past 24 hours, the Atlantic hurricane season remains active with the National Hurricane Center monitoring multiple systems showing potential for further development. According to the latest advisory issued by NOAA and the NHC, Tropical Storm Tammy, now strengthening in the western Atlantic, has begun tracking north-northwestward after impacting portions of the Lesser Antilles earlier this week with gusty winds and heavy rainfall. Tammy is forecast to accelerate northeast over the next few days, with maximum sustained winds increasing slightly as the system takes a path that keeps it away from the U.S. mainland and Bermuda, though marine conditions are expected to deteriorate in the western Atlantic through midweek.

    Meanwhile, closer to the southeastern U.S. coast, a broad area of low pressure continues to organize several hundred miles off the coast of the Carolinas. The NHC gives this disturbance a medium chance, approximately 40 percent, of developing into a tropical or subtropical cyclone within the next seven days. Satellite imagery and surface observations indicate minimal organization as of now, but conditions are expected to become more conducive for gradual development by the weekend. Regardless of whether it becomes a named storm, forecasters warn of the potential for increased surf, rip currents, and minor coastal flooding along portions of the mid-Atlantic and southeastern U.S. coastline beginning late Friday into early next week.

    In the eastern Pacific, Hurricane Norma has weakened to a tropical depression and is no longer considered a significant threat. However, the system’s remnants continue to bring locally heavy rainfall and gusty winds to parts of western Mexico. Emergency services in the region remain on alert due to lingering flood risks in low-lying areas. Elsewhere across the tropics, no major systems are expected to develop over the next five days, though seasonal weather patterns continue to support above-average tropical activity chances through the end of October.

    Looking ahead, the National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring the next tropical wave emerging off the coast of West Africa, which may be the last major wave of the season capable of significant development. Long-range models suggest this system could organize as it moves westward across the Atlantic next week, potentially posing future risks to the Caribbean, though confidence remains low at this early stage. Coastal communities are advised to stay informed and keep preparedness plans up to date as the peak of hurricane season gradually winds down.
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  • "Tracking Tropical Storm Alberto: Threats of Flooding and Storm Surge Along the Gulf Coast"

    "Tracking Tropical Storm Alberto: Threats of Flooding and Storm Surge Along the Gulf Coast"
    May 17 2025
    Over the past 24 hours, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) and related weather services have continued to monitor several key systems in the Atlantic, following the early start to the 2024 hurricane season. As of the latest updates from NOAA and the NHC, the most significant concern remains Tropical Storm Alberto, which formed in the western Gulf of Mexico and is currently moving northwestward toward the eastern Mexican coastline.

    According to the NHC’s 8 a.m. advisory, Alberto is packing maximum sustained winds near 45 mph with higher gusts and is expected to make landfall late tonight or early tomorrow morning along the northeastern coast of Mexico. Though not expected to become a hurricane, Alberto is bringing heavy rainfall across a wide region, and flash flood warnings have been issued from southern Texas into northeastern Mexico. These rainfall totals could reach between 5 and 10 inches in some spots, creating life-threatening flooding risks particularly in low-lying coastal and valley areas.

    Along the Texas coast, especially around Corpus Christi and Brownsville, storm surge watches remain in effect, with possible coastal flooding and dangerous surf conditions. While winds are not expected to cause significant damage, beach erosion and minor property damage from localized flooding are possible. The National Weather Service has emphasized the importance of monitoring official alerts and being prepared for quickly changing conditions.

    Elsewhere in the Atlantic, a broad area of low pressure several hundred miles east of the Lesser Antilles has shown signs of development but remains disorganized. The NHC puts the chance of tropical formation over the next 48 hours at 30 percent, citing favorable sea surface temperatures but moderate wind shear. This system is being watched closely as it could bring increased showers and gusty winds to parts of the Caribbean later this week.

    In the southern United States, heavy rainfall from tropical moisture drawn northward is forecast to affect portions of Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama through the weekend. Flash flood watches are in effect, especially in urban areas where drainage systems could be overwhelmed by persistent storms expected through Saturday.

    Looking ahead, meteorologists from NOAA suggest a more active Atlantic season than average due to warm sea surface temperatures and the transition from El Niño to La Niña conditions. Additional storm development is possible later this month, with the NHC continuing to monitor two additional tropical waves over the central Atlantic. Residents in hurricane-prone regions are urged to review contingency plans and stay informed as the season progresses.
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  • "Hurricane Beryl Heads Towards the Caribbean, Potential Storm Brews Near Cabo Verde"

    "Hurricane Beryl Heads Towards the Caribbean, Potential Storm Brews Near Cabo Verde"
    May 16 2025
    Over the past 24 hours, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) has continued to monitor multiple storm systems in both the Atlantic and Pacific basins, issuing updates on activity that could impact coastal areas in the coming days. In the central Atlantic, Hurricane Beryl remains the most significant system. As of the latest advisory, Beryl is a Category 3 hurricane with maximum sustained winds near 120 mph, located several hundred miles east of the Lesser Antilles. The hurricane is moving west-northwest at about 17 mph and is expected to approach the Windward Islands by early next week. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued hurricane watches for portions of the Lesser Antilles, including Barbados, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Saint Lucia. Coastal areas in these regions may experience life-threatening storm surge, heavy rainfall, and damaging winds as Beryl moves closer.

    According to the NHC, Beryl could bring rainfall totals of 4 to 8 inches across parts of the Windward Islands, potentially causing localized flash flooding and mudslides in mountainous areas. Meteorologists from The Weather Channel have emphasized the importance of early preparedness, especially in low-lying coastal zones. Local governments are encouraging residents to review evacuation routes and secure outdoor items in anticipation of potential tropical storm-force conditions within 48 hours.

    In the eastern Pacific, Tropical Storm Emilia has weakened to a post-tropical system as it continues to move westward away from the Mexican coast, posing no significant threat to land. However, swells generated by the storm are still affecting portions of the Baja California Peninsula, and local advisories remain in effect for rip currents and rough surf.

    A third area of interest is being monitored southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands. NOAA forecasters have given this tropical wave a 40 percent chance of cyclonic development over the next five days. While track and intensity forecasts remain uncertain, models suggest possible organization as the system enters warmer waters near the central Atlantic.

    Looking Ahead, all eyes remain on Hurricane Beryl as it approaches the eastern Caribbean. The NHC plans to issue updated advisories every six hours, and residents in projected impact zones are urged to stay informed via official channels. In addition, forecasters are closely tracking the developing system near the Cabo Verde Islands that could become a named storm early next week. With the Atlantic hurricane season entering a more active phase, the next several days will be critical in determining potential impacts along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts.
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  • Brace for Intensifying Storm Season: Multiple Weather Alerts Issued Across the Atlantic and Pacific

    Brace for Intensifying Storm Season: Multiple Weather Alerts Issued Across the Atlantic and Pacific
    May 15 2025
    As of the past 24 hours, the National Hurricane Center and NOAA have issued multiple alerts concerning ongoing and developing storm systems in the Atlantic and Pacific basins. Hurricane season remains active, and forecasters are closely monitoring several key systems that pose potential threats to coastal regions in the coming days.

    Currently, the most closely watched system is Tropical Storm Alberto, which formed over the southwestern Gulf of Mexico. According to the National Hurricane Center’s latest advisory, Alberto is moving northwest at around 12 mph, with maximum sustained winds near 50 mph. The storm is expected to make landfall along the northeastern coast of Mexico within the next 24 hours. Heavy rainfall exceeding 10 inches is forecast in parts of eastern Mexico and southern Texas, causing concern for flash flooding and isolated landslides in mountainous regions. The storm has prompted tropical storm warnings across portions of the Mexican coast and southern Texas, including the Brownsville area.

    Meanwhile, in the eastern Atlantic, a low-pressure area several hundred miles southwest of the Cape Verde Islands continues to show signs of development. NOAA meteorologists estimate a 70 percent chance that the system could become a tropical depression within the next 48 hours. While it remains over open waters, the storm's projected west-northwest trajectory suggests it could approach the eastern Caribbean by early next week. Forecasters urge residents in the Lesser Antilles to stay informed, as conditions may evolve quickly.

    In the Pacific, Hurricane Dalila weakened to a tropical storm earlier today as it continues to move westward well off the coast of Mexico. While not expected to make landfall, Dalila is generating large swells along the southern Baja Peninsula that could result in dangerous surf and rip current conditions, particularly in tourist areas. The Weather Channel notes that maritime interests should exercise caution.

    Across the southeastern United States, a separate system—a tropical wave interacting with an upper-level trough—is delivering heavy rainfall from Louisiana to the Florida Panhandle. While not expected to form into a named storm, the National Weather Service warns that localized flooding could impact low-lying areas through the weekend.

    Looking Ahead, forecasters are watching another tropical wave expected to move off the coast of Africa later this week. Early computer models suggest conditions may be conducive for gradual development over the central Atlantic. With sea surface temperatures above average and atmospheric conditions aligning, the potential for additional named systems remains high as the peak of hurricane season approaches. Coastal communities are advised to stay alert and ensure preparedness plans are in place as the tropics become increasingly active.
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  • Early Summer's Tropical Disturbances Monitored by NOAA and Hurricane Center

    Early Summer's Tropical Disturbances Monitored by NOAA and Hurricane Center
    May 14 2025
    The National Hurricane Center (NHC) and NOAA have issued several important updates in the past 24 hours regarding tropical activity in both the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific basins as forecasters closely monitor developing systems amid an increasingly active early summer season. As of the latest advisories, no major hurricanes are currently threatening U.S. coastlines, but meteorologists remain alert to a series of disturbances with potential implications for coastal communities in the coming days.

    In the Atlantic, a low-pressure system has formed roughly 300 miles east of the Windward Islands. According to the NHC, this disturbance is producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms as it moves west-northwest at about 15 mph. Environmental conditions are marginally conducive for gradual development, and the system has a 30 percent chance of developing into a tropical cyclone over the next 48 hours. While not yet posing immediate danger, residents of the Lesser Antilles are advised to monitor local weather updates as this system could bring heavy rains and gusty winds later this week.

    Meanwhile, the Gulf of Mexico remains relatively quiet at this time, although NOAA forecasters did note an area of increased convection near the Bay of Campeche. While no tropical development is expected within the next two days, forecasters acknowledged the potential for slow development if the disturbance lingers and conditions become more favorable towards the weekend.

    Turning to the Eastern Pacific, NOAA is tracking a broad area of low pressure located several hundred miles south of the southern coast of Mexico. Enhanced satellite imagery reveals growing thunderstorm activity, and the NHC gives the system a 60 percent chance of formation over the next five days. Should development continue, it could become the first named storm of the Eastern Pacific season, possibly impacting parts of southern Mexico with rough surf and heavy rainfall by early next week.

    Along the U.S. East Coast, a stalled frontal system near the Carolinas is generating periods of heavy rain and localized flooding. This weather pattern is not associated with tropical activity, but it has disrupted coastal conditions and continues to be monitored by the Weather Prediction Center for any signs of development.

    Looking ahead, forecasters urge coastal residents to stay informed during what experts are predicting could be an unusually active hurricane season. NOAA’s seasonal outlook, released earlier this month, warns of above-average storm activity fueled by historically warm Atlantic waters and a developing La Niña pattern. While no immediate landfalls are forecast, conditions remain favorable for rapid changes. The NHC will provide ongoing updates as new data becomes available.
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  • "Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flood Threat to Texas Gulf Coast as Hurricane Season Kicks Off Early"

    "Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flood Threat to Texas Gulf Coast as Hurricane Season Kicks Off Early"
    May 13 2025
    As of the past 24 hours, the National Hurricane Center and other major weather sources have indicated a notable uptick in tropical activity in the Atlantic basin, signaling an early but active start to the hurricane season. At the center of current attention is Tropical Storm Alberto, which formed over the southwestern Gulf of Mexico late yesterday and is now moving northwestward toward the western Gulf Coast. According to the National Hurricane Center, the storm is producing heavy rains and gusty winds along Mexico’s eastern coastline and parts of southern Texas. Although Alberto is not expected to reach hurricane strength, the storm is forecast to bring flash flooding and localized coastal surge, particularly in low-lying regions along the Texas Gulf Coast, including the Corpus Christi and Brownsville areas.

    NOAA has issued Tropical Storm Warnings for parts of northeastern Mexico and South Texas, with flooding rains potentially reaching 5 to 10 inches in isolated areas. The Weather Prediction Center is cautioning residents in those regions to monitor rapidly changing conditions and prepare for urban flash flooding and possible power outages due to wind gusts. Rain bands associated with the storm have already begun sweeping inland, making driving hazardous and prompting localized road closures.

    Beyond Alberto, the Atlantic remains active with another disturbance designated as Invest 92L, located east of the Windward Islands. This system is tracking west-northwest and has been given a medium chance of development over the next five days. While no imminent threat is posed to the U.S. mainland, forecasters are watching closely for any signs of strengthening as it approaches the Caribbean. Environmental conditions ahead of this system are expected to become more favorable, allowing for potential cyclonic organization later in the week.

    Meanwhile in the Pacific, Hurricane Carlotta continues to drift away from the coast of Mexico. The hurricane reached Category 1 strength yesterday but is weakening as it moves into cooler waters. The system is no longer a threat to land but has produced larger-than-normal swells along portions of Mexico’s coast, prompting local advisories for rip currents.

    Looking Ahead, the National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring a broad area of low pressure that may form near the southeastern U.S. coast over the weekend. While current model guidance varies, some potential exists for cyclonic development early next week. Residents along the Gulf and East Coasts are advised to stay informed through the weekend due to rapidly changing forecasts. With the season’s first named storm already active, early preparedness efforts are encouraged across all hurricane-prone regions.
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