National Hurricane Center Tracks Four Potential Tropical Cyclones in Pacific The National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring four distinct areas in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, all of which could develop into tropical cyclones by early September. Three of these regions have at least a 70% chance of producing a storm, with two overlapping zones southwest of Mexico showing the highest likelihood. The Pacific has become a hub for storm activity, with the east Pacific already experiencing its 10th named tropical storm of the year, Tropical Storm Julio, which formed about 10 days earlier than usual. This surge in activity has brought the basin close to its annual average of 15 storms, with three months of hurricane season still remaining. El Niño is a dominant factor driving this increased activity. The phenomenon has warmed the tropical Pacific to record levels, creating ideal conditions for frequent storm development. The National Hurricane Center noted that El Niño is so strong it is "drowning out" the Madden-Julian Oscillation, a regular weather pattern that typically influences cyclone activity in the central and east Pacific. Normally, the MJO causes fluctuations in storm frequency every two to six weeks, but El Niño’s effects have led to nearly continuous thunderstorm activity. These persistent storms provide the necessary energy for tropical cyclones to form, with the "hot spot" expected to persist through early September. While most storms are likely to remain far from land, Hawaii and California face potential impacts. The central Pacific, particularly near Hawaii, has seen more energetic storm activity than the entire Atlantic basin this year.#hawaii #el_nio #madden_julian_oscillation #national_hurricane_center #tropical_storm_julio
Tropical Storm Moke Maintains Course South of Hawaiian Islands Tropical Storm Moke is continuing its trajectory toward the south of the main Hawaiian Islands, with the National Hurricane Center reporting that the storm remains at 545 miles southeast of Hilo as of 11 p.m. Friday. The system is moving west-northwest at 8 miles per hour, maintaining maximum sustained winds of 45 miles per hour, with gusts exceeding this speed. Tropical storm-force winds, defined as 39 to 73 miles per hour, extend 175 miles from the storm’s center. Forecasters predict Moke will gradually strengthen over the next several days but do not anticipate it reaching hurricane status. The storm is expected to peak as a mid to higher-end tropical storm, with maximum winds potentially reaching 50 to 60 miles per hour as it passes south of Hawaii Island. Afterward, it will gradually weaken. The storm’s path is anticipated to be farther south than Hurricane Lala’s previous route, though it still poses a significant threat of heavy rainfall and strong winds, particularly for the island of Hawaii, which was already impacted by Lala. The storm’s center is forecast to pass south of Hawaii Island this weekend, followed by the smaller main Hawaiian Islands by early next week. A gradual shift toward the west is expected later in the weekend as a ridge builds to the north of the system. While track guidance remains largely consistent, some cross-track variability persists as the cyclone approaches and moves south of the Hawaiian Islands. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the island of Hawaii, effective from late Saturday night through Monday afternoon.#national_weather_service #national_hurricane_center #hawaii_island #tropical_storm_moke #hawaii_islands
Hawaii's Big Island Faces Another Foot of Rain Just After Lala's Deadly Flooding and Landslides Hawaii is bracing for another round of heavy rainfall and potential flooding as Tropical Storm Moke approaches, just weeks after the devastating impact of Hurricane Lala. The Big Island, already reeling from catastrophic flooding and landslides caused by Lala last weekend, now faces the threat of additional torrential downpours that could exacerbate existing damage. The National Hurricane Center has issued warnings, emphasizing the risks of flash flooding and further destabilization of already vulnerable areas. Tropical Storm Moke, currently located more than 500 miles southeast of Hilo, is moving west-northwest toward the Hawaiian Islands. The storm was first identified as a tropical depression on Thursday and upgraded to a tropical storm on Friday. While its projected path takes it farther south of the islands compared to Lala’s previous track, meteorologists caution that proximity to the Big Island remains a significant concern. The storm’s closest approach to the island is expected to occur on Sunday, after which it will shift southward on Monday. The National Hurricane Center’s forecast indicates that rainfall will intensify by Sunday, with the Big Island facing 5 to 15 inches of rain, particularly over mountainous regions and eastern slopes. This level of precipitation could trigger life-threatening flash flooding and landslides, especially in areas already weakened by Lala’s storm surge. A flood watch has been issued for the Big Island, highlighting the urgency of preparedness efforts. Maui is also under threat, with up to 4 inches of rain anticipated, while the smaller islands could see up to 2 inches.#hawaii #national_hurricane_center #hurricane_lala #big_island #tropical_storm_moke
Tropics Warming Up as Atlantic Season Enters Busier Phase BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - The Atlantic hurricane season is officially underway, marking the beginning of a period when meteorologists intensify their monitoring of tropical systems. While the Gulf Coast and Texas remain largely unaffected by immediate threats, two tropical waves are now being tracked across the Atlantic basin. These systems, though not yet organized, could develop into more significant weather events as they move westward. The first system, a tropical wave located several hundred miles southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands, is expected to drift westward through the central tropical Atlantic over the next week. The National Hurricane Center has assigned a 20% probability of development for this system within the next seven days. However, as it approaches the Lesser Antilles later in the week, upper-level winds are projected to weaken, reducing the likelihood of significant growth. This system’s trajectory and potential evolution will be closely observed, though no immediate threat to the Gulf Coast is anticipated. A second tropical wave is also under scrutiny, with a slightly higher chance of development. This system is expected to move off the west coast of Africa on Tuesday and travel westward across the eastern and central tropical Atlantic during the middle to latter part of next week. The National Hurricane Center has given this wave a 30% chance of organizing into a more defined system over the same seven-day period. While the conditions for development are marginally better than the first wave, the system remains far from any populated areas or major coastal regions. Meteorologists emphasize that these tropical waves are part of the seasonal "warm-up lap" for the Atlantic hurricane season.#el_nino #atlantic_hurricane_season #national_hurricane_center #caboverde_islands #lesser_antilles
In a Hurricane-Season Twist, the West Coast May Be the One to Watch Two months into the Atlantic hurricane season, the United States has largely avoided significant storm activity, with only two named storms—Arthur and Bertha—reaching the threshold for official designation. Meteorologists had anticipated a quieter season compared to typical years, citing factors such as cooler sea surface temperatures and atmospheric conditions that suppress storm formation. However, the situation off the West Coast of North America has been markedly different, with seven named storms emerging since the season began. The most recent, Genevieve, intensified into a Category 5 hurricane in late July, marking the strongest storm in the region in nearly two years. Federal meteorologists are currently monitoring clusters of thunderstorms approximately halfway between Mexico and Hawaii, with each system posing a potential risk of developing into a named storm within the next week. While Pacific storms typically move westward, away from mainland North America, their paths can occasionally deviate, raising concerns about the possibility of a major storm impacting California, Mexico, or Hawaii. This risk has been amplified by the presence of El Niño, a climate phenomenon that warms the Pacific Ocean and increases the likelihood of hurricane formation. The National Hurricane Center has issued warnings about the unpredictability of storms that stray from their usual trajectories. Jamie Rhome, deputy director of the National Hurricane Center, emphasized the challenges posed by such deviations, noting that they require heightened vigilance and preparedness. While Genevieve remained largely confined to open waters, its intensity underscores the potential for future storms to follow a more direct path toward populated regions.#el_nio #national_hurricane_center #jamie_rhome #west_coast #hurricane_genevieve
Get the SocialGraphs app from the Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.socialgraphs.app&hl=en_IN Tropical Storm Cristina Forms Off Nicaragua's Coast Tropical Storm Cristina developed off the coast of Nicaragua on Monday, according to forecasters. The National Hurricane Center in Miami reported that the storm had maximum sustained winds of 45 miles per hour (75 kilometers per hour). At the time of the report, Cristina was positioned 105 miles (170 kilometers) west-northwest of Managua, Nicaragua, and approximately 125 miles (200 kilometers) southeast of San Salvador, El Salvador. Meteorological officials issued a tropical storm warning for the region stretching from Puerto Sandino to the Guatemala/El Salvador border. The warning indicated that Cristina was expected to bring significant rainfall, with forecasts predicting 4 to 8 inches (10 to 20 centimeters) of precipitation across coastal areas of Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala. In some regions, the storm could deliver up to 12 inches (30 centimeters) of rain, raising concerns about potential flooding and landslides. Cristina marked the second tropical storm to form in the Eastern Pacific Ocean this week. Earlier on Monday, Tropical Storm Boris was already active off the coast of Mexico, with predictions that it would make landfall in the country on Tuesday. The simultaneous presence of two storms in the region highlights the active weather patterns in the Pacific, which have been influenced by seasonal climate conditions and ocean temperatures. Forecasters emphasized the need for vigilance as both storms could impact multiple countries.#national_hurricane_center #tropical_storm_cristina #managua_nicaragua #san_salvador_el_salvador #central_american_coastlines https://www.wral.com/news/ap/6dcc3-tropical-storm-cristina-forms-off-coast-of-nicaragua-forecasters-say/
Tropical Storm Cristina Brings Flooding Rain to Central America Tropical Storm Cristina is currently moving off the coast of Nicaragua, with forecasts indicating it will bring several days of heavy rainfall to Central America. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Boris has moved inland, delivering significant flooding to southern Mexico before dissipating. Both storms are part of increased tropical activity in the Eastern Pacific, which has led to heightened concerns for coastal regions. Cristina, which strengthened from Tropical Depression Three-E, was named Monday afternoon approximately 90 miles west-southwest of Managua, Nicaragua, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). The storm currently has maximum sustained winds of 40 mph and is moving northeast at 3 mph. It is positioned about 100 miles west-northwest of Managua and is expected to meander along the Central American coast through the week before gradually turning northwestward. The NHC predicts Cristina will weaken by midweek, but its remnants are anticipated to bring heavy rain and life-threatening flash flooding to Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala through midweek. Nicaragua and El Salvador have issued Tropical Storm Warnings as a result of the expected rainfall. Forecasters anticipate widespread rainfall totals of 4 to 8 inches, with localized amounts potentially reaching 12 inches. These conditions could lead to significant disruptions, including river overflows, landslides, and infrastructure damage in vulnerable areas. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Boris, which formed in the Eastern Pacific early Monday with winds of 40 mph, dissipated Tuesday morning over southern Mexico.#nicaragua #national_hurricane_center #tropical_storm_cristina #tropical_storm_boris #central_america
