Dexter Weakens, Moves Away from Land

Tropical Storm Dexter, currently located in the western Atlantic, is not expected to impact Ireland.

The storm is moving east-northeast at approximately 15 mph and is forecast to weaken into a post-tropical cyclone by midweek, according to the National Hurricane Center.

The Tropical Storm, is currently located about 275 miles north-northwest of Bermuda, with maximum sustained winds of 45 mph.

As of now, there are no coastal watches or warnings associated with Dexter, and it poses no threat to land.

Dexter is the hurricane season’s fourth named storm.

The National Hurricane Center is also monitoring a disturbance near the Southeastern U.S. Coast, which is bringing heavy rain and gusty winds to parts of the Carolinas, Georgia, and northern Florida. Its chance of developing into a tropical storm remains low, but it could lead to flash flooding in affected areas.

The NHC is also watching a Tropical Wave in the Central Atlantic, which is moving westward toward the Caribbean and has a 50% chance of development. It is being closely monitored for potential intensification.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) had forecasted an above-average season, anticipating 13–19 named storms, 6–10 hurricanes, and 3–5 major hurricanes. With the season’s peak typically occurring from mid-August to mid-September, activity is expected to increase in the coming weeks.