Tropical Storm Ernesto

2024 - 8 - 12

Tropical Storm Ernesto Charges at Caribbean Islands with a Splash of Drama and Thunder

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Ernesto is not just any storm; it's turning the 2024 hurricane season into the ultimate weather thriller! Stay safe, Puerto Rico! ๐ŸŒง๏ธ๐ŸŒช๏ธ

As we approach the peak of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, Mother Nature has decided to amp up the drama with the formation of Tropical Storm Ernesto. This tempest is the fifth named storm of the season and it's making quite the entrance. Currently churning about 300 miles east of Antigua, Ernesto is set to unleash its fury on the Leeward Islands and Puerto Rico, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and the potential for some coastal flooding. Officials are not taking any chances, as Puerto Rico has already canceled classes and activated the National Guard in preparation for Ernesto's arrival.

Ernesto's impact is already being felt as it races towards the vulnerable Caribbean islands. On Monday, the French Caribbean was bracing for a soaking, with predictions that Guadeloupe will be drenched by the advancing storm. The National Hurricane Center has been on high alert, closely monitoring Ernesto as it develops. According to the latest update, the storm's maximum sustained winds have reached 40 mph. Though Ernesto is not expected to ramp up into a hurricane, it still poses a significant risk to life and property in its path.

Tropical Storm Ernesto's formation serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability and intensity of the Atlantic hurricane season. Residents of the Leeward Islands and Puerto Rico are urged to take all necessary precautions and stay informed through local weather updates. This includes securing property, having emergency kits ready, and being prepared to evacuate if advised by authorities. The storm is expected to pass through the region by Wednesday, so it's crucial to remain vigilant during these critical days.

In the grand tapestry of 2024's hurricane season, Ernesto is weaving a thread of urgency and caution. Comparing past storms, such as Hurricane Maria's devastating impact in 2017, highlights the need for preparedness and community resilience. While Ernesto may not turn into a category-defying hurricane, its presence is enough to remind us of nature's unpredictable power.

Did you know? A hurricane hunter aircraft often flies directly into the eye of the storm to gather critical data, providing invaluable information for forecasters. Another fascinating fact: The cone of uncertainty, often depicted in storm tracking maps, represents the probable track of the storm center but not the size of the storm or its potential impact. So, always stay prepared and follow official guidelines, no matter how 'small' the storm appears on radar!

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Tropical Storm Ernesto charges at Caribbean islands with life ... (FOX Weather)

We're nearing the peak of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, and right on schedule, the tropics are becoming more active with the formation of Tropical ...

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As Tropical Storm Ernesto approaches, Puerto Rico cancels classes ... (PBS NewsHour)

Ernesto is the fifth named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season. Officials in the French Caribbean said the storm was expected to drench Guadeloupe on Monday ...

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National Hurricane Center: Tropical Storm Ernesto forms. See how it ... (Daytona Beach News-Journal)

Potential Tropical Cyclone 5 developed into Tropical Storm Ernesto Monday as it approaches the Leeward Islands.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto Forms In The Atlantic (The Weather Channel)

Tโ€‹ropical Storm Ernesto has formed and will spread heavy rain, winds and some coastal flooding across the Leeward Islands and Puerto Rico through Wednesday, ...

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Tropical Storm Ernesto Forms, Threatening Caribbean With Rain (The New York Times)

Tropical Storm Ernesto formed in the Atlantic Ocean about 300 miles east of Antigua on Monday, the fifth named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto forms in the Atlantic. Here's what it means for ... (WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando)

ORLANDO, Fla. โ€“ Potential Tropical Cyclone Five has organized into Tropical Storm Ernesto. As of 5 p.m., Ernesto had maximum sustained winds of 40 mph.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto to bring rain, flooding to Puerto Rico: Path (ABC News)

The next tropical system is forming and forecast to strengthen into Tropical Storm Ernesto before it reaches the eastern and northern Caribbean.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto forms, churns across waters toward ... (USA TODAY)

A disturbance churning through warm Atlantic waters developed Monday into Tropical Storm Ernesto, the fifth named storm of the 2024 hurricane season.

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Puerto Rico cancels classes, activates National Guard as Tropical ... (FOX Carolina)

Forecasters warned ...

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Puerto Rico cancels classes, activates National Guard as Tropical ... (WTVM)

Tropical storm ...

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Tropical Storm Ernesto is headed for Puerto Rico. Here's where it ... (CNN)

Tropical Storm Ernesto has formed in the Atlantic and is racing toward the Caribbean and Puerto Rico with heavy rainfall, gusty winds and dangerous seas as ...

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Tropical Storm Ernesto forms in the Atlantic (WJXT News4JAX)

Satellite images and data from the Air Force Hurricane Hunters indicate that a center of circulation has formed and deep convection is gradually organizing.

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Puerto Rico cancels classes, activates National Guard as Tropical ... (NPR)

Puerto Rico activated the National Guard and canceled the start of classes in public schools as forecasters warned that the U.S. territory would be hit by ...

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Tropical Storm Ernesto could reach hurricane strength by Thursday ... (Reuters)

Ernesto is expected to move across portions of the Leeward Islands on Tuesday morning and over the U.S. and British Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico by Tuesday ...

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Tropical Storm Ernesto: Track where the storm is heading in the ... (USA TODAY)

Tropical Storm Ernesto was named Monday. Track where the storm is heading with the latest maps and models.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto is plowing through Caribbean islands. Here's ... (CNN)

Tropical Storm Ernesto is slamming the northern Caribbean with heavy rain, gusty winds and rough seas Tuesday as it sets up to take a swipe at Puerto Rico.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto expected to strengthen rapidly into hurricane ... (Daytona Beach News-Journal)

Ernesto is expected to become a hurricane by Thursday morning and could flirt with becoming a major hurricane by Friday.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto gaining momentum as it approaches Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands (kjrh.com)

Tropical Storm Ernesto is spinning towards the Caribbean. The storm is packing heavy rain and damaging winds as it approaches the U.S. territories of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. First, it will reach the Leeward Islands Tuesday, ...

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Tropical Storm Ernesto drenches northeast Caribbean and takes ... (ABC News)

Tropical Storm Ernesto is battering the northeast Caribbean as it takes aim at Puerto Rico, where officials have shuttered schools and government agencies.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto expected to hit Puerto Rico and the Virgin ... (CBS News)

Tropical Storm Ernesto could bring rip currents and larger waves to the U.S. East Coast as it heads toward the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto threatens Puerto Rico (Axios)

Why it matters: Puerto Rico's electrical grid is still highly vulnerable to high winds and heavy rains, despite extensive rebuilding projects since 2017's ...

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Tropical Storm Ernesto continues path toward Puerto Rico, expected ... (WESH Orlando)

Latest maps, models, advisories: Tropical Storm Ernesto is continuing its westward path towards Puerto Rico and other surrounding islands.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto drenches northeast Caribbean and takes ... (The Associated Press)

Tropical Storm Ernesto is battering the northeast Caribbean as it takes aim at Puerto Rico, where officials shuttered schools and government agencies.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto expected to strengthen into hurricane in the ... (NBC News)

Ernesto was forecast to move deeper into the Caribbean on Tuesday before turning north towards the western Atlantic, gaining hurricane strength by Thursday.

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When will Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands feel Tropical Storm Ernesto ... (Miami Herald)

Tropical Storm Ernesto track: Forecast to bring heavy rain, winds and a risk of mudslides to Puerto Rico and the U.S., British Virgin Islands.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto threatens to drench Puerto Rico, power ... (Reuters)

Tropical Storm Ernesto on Tuesday threatened to bring heavy rainfall, dangerous storm surges and strong winds to the U.S. and British Virgin Islands and ...

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Live map: Track the path of Tropical Storm Ernesto (PBS NewsHour)

Ernesto is expected to become a hurricane early Wednesday, prompting forecasters to issue a hurricane watch for the U.S. and British Virgin Islands as well ...

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Tropical Storm Ernesto triggers hurricane watches as it strengthens ... (USA TODAY)

Tropical Storm Ernesto on Tuesday churned toward Puerto Rico, where officials activated the National Guard, canceled classes and opened shelters.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto batters northeast Caribbean and aims at ... (KLTV)

Ernesto is expected to ...

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Tropical Storm Ernesto batters northeast Caribbean and aims at ... (WDBJ7)

Ernesto is expected to ...

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Maps show Tropical Storm Ernesto's path and forecast as it ... (CBS News)

Ernesto became the fifth named storm of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane season on Monday. Here's where it could be headed.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto batters northeast Caribbean, looms over ... (PBS NewsHour)

The storm was located about 300 miles east-southeast of San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Tuesday morning.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto could bring dangerous rip currents to St ... (The Ledger)

Tropical Storm Ernesto may not hit Florida, but Accuweather forecasters say swells could bring potentially life-threatening rip currents.

Puerto Rico braces for Tropical Storm Ernesto (NPR)

Tropical Storm Ernesto is expected to pass over Puerto Rico late Tuesday night, which could bring flooding, landslides and power outages.

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Tropical Storm Ernesto formed Monday, will not impact Louisiana (WDSU New Orleans)

Tropical Storm Ernesto formed Monday will affect Lesser Antilles, Puerto Rico, possible Bermuda but will not impact Louisiana or the Continental U.S..

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Tropical Storm Ernesto batters northeast Caribbean and aims at ... (WLOX)

Ernesto is expected to ...

Puerto Rico braces for Tropical Storm Ernesto (Connecticut Public Radio)

Tropical Storm Ernesto is expected to pass over Puerto Rico late Tuesday night, which could bring flooding, landslides and power outages.

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