Storm System Strengthens into Tropical Storm Milton, Forecasters Warn of Life-Threatening Impacts to Florida
A storm system that was brewing in the Gulf of Mexico earlier Saturday has strengthened into Tropical Storm Milton, with forecasters warning it could intensify into a hurricane headed to Florida next week.
Current Status
Tropical Storm Milton is about 220 miles (355 kilometers) north-northeast of Veracruz, Mexico, the National Hurricane Center in Miami said in a 1:25 p.m. EST advisory.
Forecast
The storm is forecast to strengthen and bring the risk of life-threatening impacts to portions of Florida’s West Coast next week, with hurricane and storm-surge watches likely being in effect Sunday. Parts of Florida are expected to have heavy rainfall beginning Sunday. The rainfall will bring the risk of flash, urban, and areal flooding, along with some river flooding.
Other Storms
Looking further east, Leslie has strengthened into a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean but isn’t threatening land, forecasters said.
Meanwhile, Hurricane Kirk remained a Category 4 major hurricane, and waves from the system were affecting the the Leeward Islands, Bermuda, and the Greater Antilles, forecasters said. The storm’s swells were expected to spread to the East Coast of the United States, the Atlantic Coast of Canada and the Bahamas on Saturday night and Sunday.
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Conclusion
The storms in the Atlantic Ocean are expected to bring significant impacts to various regions, and residents are advised to monitor the situation closely. It is essential to stay informed about the latest forecasts and updates to ensure preparedness and safety.
FAQs
Q: What is the current status of Tropical Storm Milton?
A: Tropical Storm Milton is currently located about 220 miles (355 kilometers) north-northeast of Veracruz, Mexico, and is forecast to strengthen and bring life-threatening impacts to portions of Florida’s West Coast next week.
Q: What is the forecast for Hurricane Leslie?
A: Hurricane Leslie has strengthened into a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean but isn’t threatening land. Its swells are expected to spread to the East Coast of the United States, the Atlantic Coast of Canada and the Bahamas on Saturday night and Sunday.
Q: What is the status of Hurricane Kirk?
A: Hurricane Kirk remains a Category 4 major hurricane, and waves from the system are affecting the the Leeward Islands, Bermuda, and the Greater Antilles. Its swells are expected to spread to the East Coast of the United States, the Atlantic Coast of Canada and the Bahamas on Saturday night and Sunday.
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