Hurricane Tracker - United States

Over the past 24 hours, the National Hurricane Center and other major weather monitoring sources have issued updates on multiple tropical systems forming and evolving across the Atlantic Basin. As hurricane season begins to peak, particular attention is being paid to two systems in the Atlantic with the potential to develop into significant storms.

The most notable system is Tropical Storm Alberto, which formed late Tuesday in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico. As of early Wednesday morning, Alberto was moving west-northwestward at approximately 8 mph and had maximum sustained winds of 45 mph. The storm is not expected to reach hurricane strength before making landfall near the northeastern coast of Mexico by Thursday morning. Despite its limited development, the National Hurricane Center warns that Alberto could bring torrential downpours, with rainfall amounts of 5 to 10 inches expected across parts of eastern Mexico and southern Texas. This rainfall poses the risk of flash flooding and dangerous mudslides in mountainous terrain. Coastal flooding and gusty winds are also anticipated in affected areas, with tropical storm warnings in effect from the mouth of the Rio Grande to just north of Tampico. NOAA emphasizes the storm’s broad structure, which could bring heavy weather far from its center.

Meanwhile, a separate tropical wave located several hundred miles east of the Lesser Antilles is being monitored for further development. Although currently disorganized, environmental conditions are expected to become more favorable by the weekend, and the system has been given a 30 percent chance of formation over the next seven days. Should it organize into a named storm, it would be the second of the Atlantic season.

In addition to threats from tropical systems, the southeastern United States faces heightened risk for severe weather due to a surge in tropical moisture. The National Weather Service has issued flood watches across parts of Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi, as the region grapples with widespread rain and the potential for scattered thunderstorms.

Looking ahead, forecasters are closely monitoring long-range models that hint at additional tropical activity developing over the central Atlantic by early next week. With ocean temperatures remaining above average in many regions, meteorologists caution that storm formation could accelerate as seasonal patterns shift. Coastal communities are urged to stay alert and review emergency plans as we move toward the historically most active period of the hurricane season.

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As of the past 24 hours, the Atlantic hurricane season has stirred renewed attention with the formation of Tropical Storm Alberto, the first named storm of 2024. According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Alberto developed in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico early Wednesday and is currently tracking west-northwestward at a steady pace of 8 mph. Sustained winds are hovering near 40 mph, just enough to maintain tropical storm status, though forecasters expect little strengthening before landfall. Current projections place landfall along the northeastern coast of Mexico sometime late Thursday into Friday morning.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued tropical storm warnings for portions of the northeastern Mexican coastline, including the states of Tamaulipas and northern Veracruz. Although most of the heavy rain and gusty winds are staying south of the U.S., forecasters are urging coastal residents in South Texas to remain alert for elevated tides, heavy showers, and possible flash flooding through Friday.

Alberto poses its greatest threat through rainfall. The storm is expected to unleash between 5 to 10 inches of rain across large parts of northeastern Mexico and coastal Texas, with some isolated areas at risk of receiving up to 15 inches. The National Weather Service warns that this could lead to localized flooding, especially in low-lying or urban regions. The Rio Grande Valley in Texas, including cities like Brownsville and Harlingen, may see temporary roadway flooding and sewer overflows. Additionally, marine warnings remain in effect across the western Gulf, where rough seas and gale-force winds have disrupted small craft operations and oil production activities.

Farther east, forecasters are monitoring a tropical wave in the central Atlantic, located roughly midway between the Lesser Antilles and the west coast of Africa. The system shows limited signs of organization and has been given a low chance of development within the next 48 hours. However, atmospheric conditions could become marginally favorable for slow development as it drifts toward the Leeward Islands over the weekend.

Looking Ahead

With Alberto marking the season’s official start, meteorologists are keeping a vigilant watch on oceanic patterns and potential disturbances. NOAA’s seasonal outlook, released last month, predicted an above-average season, fueled by record-warm Atlantic waters and the expected transition from El Niño to La Niña. Coastal communities are advised to review preparedness plans as the heart of hurricane season approaches. Updates on Alberto’s impact and any new developments from the Atlantic basin will be closely watched over the next several days.

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Over the past 24 hours, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have issued updates on a pair of active storm systems in the Atlantic as the 2024 hurricane season gains momentum. As of Tuesday morning, Tropical Storm Alberto, the first named storm of the season, has formed in the western Gulf of Mexico. According to the NHC, the broad system is currently located about 300 miles southeast of Brownsville, Texas, moving northwest at around 7 mph. While its sustained winds remain below hurricane threshold at 40 mph, the storm is expected to bring heavy rainfall, flooding, and gusty winds to parts of southern Texas and northeastern Mexico over the next 48 hours.

Alberto is anticipated to strengthen marginally before making landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday, with the primary threat being excessive rainfall. The NHC has issued a tropical storm warning for portions of the Mexican coastline from Tampico to the mouth of the Rio Grande, along with a tropical storm watch for South Texas. NOAA forecasts suggest the storm could drop between 4 to 8 inches of rain across coastal Texas, with isolated totals over 10 inches possible in higher terrain regions. Flash flooding remains a key concern, especially in low-lying and urban areas.

Meanwhile, further east in the central Atlantic, a second system designated as Invest 94L is showing early signs of organization. Situated several hundred miles east of the Lesser Antilles, this area of disturbed weather is tracking west-northwest at approximately 15 mph. Though the NHC has given it just a low chance of formation over the next two days, the system is being monitored for gradual development as it moves into a more favorable environment later in the week. Early projections suggest possible impacts to the Lesser Antilles by the weekend, should development continue.

Elsewhere, conditions in the eastern Pacific remain relatively quiet, though forecasters are keeping an eye on a separate area of low pressure off the southern coast of Mexico, which has a moderate chance of becoming a tropical cyclone within the week. No immediate coastal impacts are expected, but marine interests are advised to monitor updates.

Looking ahead, meteorologists are cautioning that the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season could be especially active, with forecasts calling for above-average activity due in part to warm sea surface temperatures and the potential development of La Niña conditions. The National Hurricane Center continues to advise residents along the Gulf Coast and Southeast U.S. to remain prepared and stay informed as the season picks up speed.

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In the past 24 hours, the National Hurricane Center and NOAA have issued several critical updates as hurricane season activity intensifies in the Atlantic. The most notable development is Hurricane Beryl, now a robust Category 3 system, making headlines as it moves west-northwest across the Caribbean Sea. According to the 8 a.m. advisory from the National Hurricane Center, Beryl is carrying sustained winds of 115 mph and is positioned just south of the Dominican Republic. The storm is expected to bring significant rainfall, strong winds, and coastal flooding to parts of Hispaniola and Jamaica by midweek.

Mandatory evacuations have been issued in parts of southern Jamaica as the island braces for potential landfall. The storm's projected path indicates a possible land interaction with the Cayman Islands before moving closer to the Yucatán Peninsula by Friday. Residents across these areas have been urged to monitor weather alerts closely and prepare for damaging winds and heavy surf. NOAA warns of life-threatening storm surges especially in low-lying coastal zones.

Elsewhere in the Atlantic, a newly formed tropical depression, designated as Tropical Depression Four, has developed southeast of the Windward Islands. While the system’s current wind speeds hover around 35 mph, forecasters with the National Hurricane Center are closely monitoring for signs of strengthening. This disturbance is expected to track westward over the coming days, with some models predicting growth into a named storm by the weekend. Although impacts to land remain uncertain, meteorologists are urging caution and preparedness in the Lesser Antilles.

Meanwhile, the Gulf of Mexico and the southeastern United States remain under enhanced monitoring as moisture from distant tropical systems could contribute to localized flooding in coastal areas such as Louisiana and Mississippi, according to AccuWeather reports. No formal advisories have been issued for the Gulf states yet, but weather models indicate the potential for increased rain and thunderstorms through the next 72 hours.

Looking ahead, meteorologists are watching for a potential uptick in storm system formation later this week as warm Atlantic waters and favorable wind shear conditions persist. NOAA continues to remind coastal residents to stay informed through official updates and have hurricane plans in place. With forecasters predicting an above-average hurricane season this year, vigilance remains key as activity in the tropics escalates.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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