US on alert for tropical storm expected to become hurricane

• Tropical Cyclone 9 Threat Revealed: Who Is at Risk?
• Prepare for the Coming Days
• When Will It Hit?

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued a concerning alert for much of the southeastern United States.

This warning comes as a result of a tropical storm that is forecasted to potentially strengthen into a hurricane by next Wednesday.

The storm, known as «Tropical Cyclone Nine,» has prompted a series of warnings and recommendations for residents in the affected areas.

Citizens are being urged to prepare for possible heavy rains, storm surges, and strong winds, which could severely impact parts of the region.

What Do We Know About Tropical Cyclone 9?

As of 8:00 p.m. EDT on Monday, September 23, 2024, the storm was located 160 km southwest of Grand Cayman and about 485 km southeast of Cuba.

Maximum sustained winds reached 55 km/h, with stronger gusts, and it was moving northwest at a speed of 11 km/h.

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According to the NHC, the system is expected to continue strengthening and could become a hurricane by Wednesday as it moves through the eastern Gulf of Mexico.

The forecast suggests that the cyclone will continue moving northwest until Tuesday, before accelerating northward and then northeastward between Wednesday and Thursday.

This means it could directly impact Florida’s west coast and the Panhandle by the end of the week.

The NHC has advised that several southeastern states, including Florida, should remain on high alert.

Tropical storm conditions are expected to hit the Florida Keys by Wednesday, with the possibility of dangerous waves and storm surges.

Some areas could experience coastal flooding of 1 to 3 feet due to the combination of storm surge and high tide.

AREAS ALSO AT RISK DUE TO HEAVY RAINFALL

In addition to the flooding risks, torrential rainfall associated with the tropical cyclone 9 is a significant concern.

Some areas in the southeastern U.S. could receive 3 to 6 inches of rain, with isolated totals reaching up to 10 inches.

This level of rainfall poses a considerable risk of flash flooding, especially in low-lying and poorly drained areas.

For the west coast of Florida and the Panhandle, residents are being urged to prepare for the possibility of a hurricane.

The NHC warns that hurricane-force winds could cause significant damage, particularly to weak or unprepared structures.

Storm surges could also prove deadly, as they may push water into areas that are not usually exposed to the sea.

Local authorities in Florida have already begun issuing warnings, urging residents to have evacuation plans and emergency supplies ready.

As the storm progresses, additional warnings and advisories are likely to be issued, so it is recommended to monitor the NHC updates closely now and during the rest of the hurricane season.

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