The National Hurricane Center reported the formation of Subtropical Storm Patty in the northeastern Atlantic, along with monitoring two developing systems south of Florida, including an area of low pressure in the southwestern Caribbean Sea with potential for tropical depression formation.
On Saturday, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) announced the formation of Subtropical Storm Patty, which is currently situated in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean. At this time, there is no direct threat to Florida; however, the hurricane season remains active until the conclusion of November. The NHC provided updates on two additional systems developing south of Florida. The first system, identified as a broad area of low pressure in the southwestern Caribbean Sea, is producing unorganized showers and thunderstorms. There is a significant likelihood—approximately 70% within 48 hours and 80% within 7 days—that this system may evolve into a tropical depression as it navigates generally northward and northwestward across the central and western Caribbean Sea. This development could lead to heavy rain in adjacent areas, particularly affecting Jamaica, Hispaniola, and Cuba. An Air Force Hurricane Hunter aircraft is scheduled to evaluate this system on Sunday. The second system is a trough of low pressure located north of Puerto Rico and Hispaniola, which is also generating disorganized showers and thunderstorms coupled with gusty winds. Although there is a minor chance for development—10% within 48 hours and 7 days—it is anticipated that this system will be absorbed into the larger low-pressure area situated in the Caribbean Sea by early next week. Regardless of potential development, regions such as the northern Leeward Islands, Puerto Rico, Hispaniola, eastern Cuba, and southeastern Bahamas should prepare for heavy rains in the upcoming days.
The National Hurricane Center regularly monitors tropical storm systems during the Atlantic Hurricane Season, which officially runs from June 1 to November 30 each year. This year, as conditions have evolved, there are increasing concerns about potential developments in the Caribbean and adjacent regions. It is essential for residents in the affected areas, particularly those in proximity to the Caribbean Sea and the Greater Antilles, to stay informed through advisories from the NHC and local news outlets regarding any emerging threats or significant weather changes.
In summary, Subtropical Storm Patty has formed in the northeastern Atlantic, with no immediate risk to Florida. The NHC is monitoring two additional systems with one potentially developing in the southwestern Caribbean Sea and another near the Greater Antilles. Residents in these regions should remain vigilant for heavy rainfall and updates regarding the development of these systems.
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