Wilmington, NC – The US National Weather Service in Wilmington reported Monday that tropical activity across the Atlantic remains relatively quiet, with Tropical Storm Fernand as the only named system currently being tracked.
According to the National Hurricane Center in Miami, Fernand is moving northeast and is expected to dissipate within a few days. As of Monday morning, the storm was located in the central Atlantic, far from the U.S. coastline. Forecasters said the storm does not pose a direct threat to the East Coast but warned that the Atlantic basin is nearing the most active portion of hurricane season.
Meteorologists noted another area of interest south of the Caribbean, though its development chances remain low in the coming week. The National Hurricane Center’s seven-day outlook indicated less than a 40% chance of tropical formation in that region.
Officials are urging residents along the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast to remain prepared as late August through mid-September historically marks the peak of hurricane season. Emergency planners recommend reviewing evacuation routes, updating storm kits, and staying alert to official forecasts.
The National Weather Service emphasized that even with current conditions appearing calm, storms can develop quickly this time of year. “Now is the time to make sure you and your family are ready,” the agency advised.
For continuous updates, residents can follow the National Hurricane Center at hurricanes.gov or check local forecasts through the Wilmington office of the National Weather Service.
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