The tropics are significantly heating up as Hurricane Gabrielle and Tropical Storm Humberto both churn in the Atlantic Ocean. Additionally, a new tropical system is emerging that may strengthen and impact the Southeast United States in the coming week. This article provides a detailed overview of these weather systems and their potential effects on the region.
Hurricane Gabrielle is currently causing concern with hurricane warnings in effect for Portugal’s Azores islands. The storm is projected to deliver damaging winds, severe coastal flooding, and destructive waves beginning Thursday night and continuing into Friday. Residents and travelers in the Azores should prepare for hazardous conditions. The remnants of Gabrielle are forecasted to reach western Spain and Portugal by Sunday, potentially bringing further weather disturbances to these areas.
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Humberto has formed in the Atlantic and is showing signs of slow growth. There is a possibility that Humberto could strengthen into a hurricane this weekend, with the potential to escalate further into a major hurricane—Category 3 or higher—early next week. Weather models suggest that Humberto will follow a trajectory similar to last month’s Hurricane Erin, moving between Bermuda and the U.S. East Coast during the first half of next week.
In addition to Gabrielle and Humberto, meteorologists are closely monitoring another tropical wave that has a strong chance of developing into a tropical depression on Friday. This system may rapidly strengthen into a tropical storm, possibly named Imelda. Currently, it is bringing heavy rainfall and gusty winds to Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. As it approaches the Bahamas this weekend, there is a potential for further intensification into a hurricane.
While a direct landfall of this new system is deemed unlikely, residents along the Southeast coast should remain vigilant and monitor the forecasts over the next 48 hours. Rain and winds from this system are anticipated to impact the Southeast, particularly in the Carolinas, on Monday and Tuesday. This could lead to localized flooding, making it essential for residents to stay informed and prepared.
As the tropics heat up, it is vital to stay updated on the progress of Hurricane Gabrielle, Tropical Storm Humberto, and the emerging system that could become Tropical Storm Imelda. Monitoring these weather patterns will help ensure safety and preparedness for those in the affected regions.
