Tropical Depression Formation in Eastern Atlantic

Forecasters are monitoring a disturbance in the eastern Atlantic that has a high likelihood of developing into a tropical depression in the coming days. As of a recent advisory, the system, located several hundred miles off the coast of Africa, has an 80% chance of forming within the next week and a 70% chance in the next two days.

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported that this tropical wave, situated near the Cape Verde Islands, is showing increased shower and thunderstorm activity. Environmental conditions are deemed favorable for gradual development as it moves westward to west-northwestward across the eastern and central tropical Atlantic. This potential formation follows the emergence of Tropical Storm Helene, which is expected to impact the U.S. as a major hurricane, highlighting the active hurricane season currently underway. The next named storm after Helene will be Isaac, emphasizing the ongoing monitoring and preparedness required as the season progresses.