TOMS RIVER, NJ – Another powerful tropical storm is forming off the southeast coast of the United States and meteorologists are starting to take notice. While the storm will probably not make landfall in the New York, New Jersey and Delaware region, it can cause some dangerous surf conditions and further beach erosion.
Philippe, now identified as a tropical storm, is slightly intensifying while maintaining a disorganized state. Current information situates Philippe at a location 455 miles north of St. Thomas and 520 miles south of Bermuda.
The storm showcases maximum sustained winds at 45 mph and is advancing northwards at a pace of 10 mph. No new warnings have been issued with this update.
Bermuda is currently under a tropical storm warning, indicating an expectation of tropical storm conditions within the next 36 hours.
As Philippe continues its course, residents of eastern New England and Atlantic Canada are advised to monitor its progress.
Reports from the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter aircraft determine Philippe’s exact position at latitude 24.9 North and longitude 66.3 West. This trajectory suggests Philippe will come close to Bermuda by Friday and move towards eastern New England and Atlantic Canada by Saturday.
The storm’s wind strength is measured at 45 mph with a potential for additional strengthening in the upcoming days. Predictions also indicate that Philippe will transition into a post-tropical cyclone by Saturday as it nears Atlantic Canada and New England.