Title: Tropical Storm Lee Set to Intensify into “Extremely Dangerous” Hurricane
Tropical Storm Lee is forecasted to rapidly intensify into an “extremely dangerous” Category 3 hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean by the weekend, according to the National Hurricane Center. The storm is expected to bring impacts to the Leeward Islands of the Caribbean as it strengthens.
Currently located about 1,300 miles east-southeast of the northern Leeward Islands, Lee is packing maximum sustained winds of 65 mph. Should it continue on its projected path, the storm is likely to become a major hurricane of Category 3 or stronger by the end of the week.
The Lesser Antilles is set to experience the effects of Lee with swells reaching their shores on Friday. This could lead to life-threatening surf and rip current conditions. Furthermore, while the storm’s track and impacts beyond the Caribbean remain uncertain, even if it stays at sea, dangerous surf and rip currents could pose a threat to the East Coast of the US.
Lee formed as a tropical storm on Tuesday in the central tropical Atlantic and has been gaining strength as it moves west-northwest through warm waters. Conditions are favorable for rapid intensification, making Lee the fourth hurricane of this season if it continues to strengthen as forecasted.
The timing of Lee’s intensification coincides with the climatological peak of Atlantic hurricane season, which falls on Sunday, September 10. This year’s hurricane season has already been above average in terms of named storms, hurricanes, and major hurricanes.
As the storm progresses and its impacts become clearer, it is crucial for residents and authorities in the Leeward Islands and potentially the US East Coast to stay informed and prepare for any possible threats from Lee.
Stay tuned for updates on Tropical Storm Lee as whitehouser.com continues to track its developments.
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