KWx Chasing

09/24/2025

Storm Humberto has formed in the central tropical Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has initiated advisories on the storm, which is currently located over the central tropical Atlantic and moving west-northwestward.

It is still too early for a precise forecast, but early models suggest the storm could track toward the East Coast. Forecasters and residents from Florida to the Mid-Atlantic and even up to New England should monitor the situation closely. While some models suggest it could reach hurricane status and affect the Southeast U.S. coast from Florida to North Carolina early next week, even if it does not make landfall, it could still bring dangerous high surf, coastal flooding, and strong onshore winds to the East Coast starting this weekend.

09/19/2025

Tropical Storm Gabrielle is strengthening and is forecast to become a hurricane by Sunday. While there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect, interests in Bermuda should monitor its progress. Swells from the storm are expected to reach Bermuda tonight, creating dangerous surf and rip current conditions through the weekend.

08/23/2025

Tropical Storm Fernand has formed. There is not much to see, as it is expected to remain over the ocean.

08/22/2025

⚠️ Hurricane Erin Update 🌀

Even though Hurricane Erin is moving away and starting its post-tropical transition, dangerous conditions at U.S. beaches will likely continue for the next couple of days.

Here's the latest:
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* Location: The storm is located about 425 miles south-southwest of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and is moving northeast at 22 mph.

* Winds: Maximum sustained winds are 90 mph, with hurricane-force winds extending up to 125 miles from the center.

* Hazards: Swells from the storm will cause life-threatening surf and rip currents along the East Coast. Coastal flooding is also expected in parts of the Mid-Atlantic and New England.

Stay safe and be sure to check with local weather offices for the most current updates on beach conditions and flooding risks.

08/21/2025

08/20/2025

Hurricane Erin is a large storm, and its outer bands are already affecting the U.S. East Coast.

⚠️ ​A Storm Surge Warning is in effect for parts of coastal North Carolina, where life-threatening flooding is possible. A Tropical Storm Warning is also in effect for sections of the North Carolina and Virginia coasts.

​Even if you're not in the direct path, life-threatening rip currents and dangerous surf are expected at most beaches along the U.S. East Coast. Stay out of the water and follow all local guidance.

08/19/2025

🌀 Hurricane Erin is now a large storm with 105 mph sustained winds, located about 655 miles southeast of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. It's moving north-northwestward and is expected to pass between the U.S. East Coast and Bermuda over the next few days.

Here are the key takeaways:
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* Life-threatening rip currents are expected along U.S. East Coast beaches.

* A Storm Surge Warning is in effect for Cape Lookout to Duck, North Carolina, with a potential for 2-4 feet of storm surge.

* A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Beaufort Inlet to Duck, North Carolina.

* A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect from north of Duck, North Carolina, to Cape Charles Light, Virginia.

Stay informed and prepared by monitoring updates from local officials.

08/18/2025

⚠️ Hurricane Erin Update ⚠️

Hurricane Erin has strengthened into a Category 4 storm with maximum sustained winds of 140 mph. It's currently located 110 miles north of Grand Turk Island, moving west-northwest at 10 mph.

Watches and Warnings:
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* A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Southeast Bahamas.

* A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for the Central Bahamas.

Impacts:
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* Expect tropical storm conditions in the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Southeast Bahamas today, and potentially the Central Bahamas later today through Tuesday.

* Outer bands will bring heavy rain to Hispaniola, the Turks and Caicos, and the Bahamas.

* Swells are expected to cause dangerous surf and rip currents along the coasts of the Bahamas, Bermuda, the eastern United States, and Atlantic Canada over the next few days.

08/18/2025

MANDATORY evacuations have been ordered for Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island in North Carolina's Outer Banks.

North Carolina
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☆ Hatteras Island (Zone A): A mandatory evacuation has been issued for the entire island, including the villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, and Hatteras.

* Visitors were required to evacuate starting at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 18, 2025.

* Residents must evacuate beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

☆ Ocracoke Island: A state of emergency and mandatory evacuation order have also been issued for Ocracoke Island.

* The mandatory evacuation for visitors began at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 17, 2025.

* A mandatory evacuation for residents begins at 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

Officials are concerned that coastal flooding and ocean overwash will make N.C. Highway 12, the main road connecting the islands, impassable for several days.

Evacuation Routes
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For those evacuating to areas north of Dare County, it is recommended to travel westbound on Highway 64 to Interstate 95. This route is expected to help avoid traffic backups and congestion that may occur when traveling northbound through the Hampton Roads area of Virginia.

Other Areas
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As of now, there are no mandatory evacuations in place for other coastal areas of the U.S. mainland. However, officials are warning of life-threatening surf and rip currents along the entire U.S. East Coast as the storm passes well offshore.

08/17/2025

Hurricane Erin Advisory 🌀

As of 8 a.m. EDT, Hurricane Erin remains a powerful Category 3 storm 🌪️ with winds up to 125 mph. Its outer bands are currently bringing gusty winds and heavy rain to the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico 🇵🇷, where 3 to 6 inches of rain could cause flooding and landslides.

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for the Turks and Caicos Islands 🇹🇨, with a Tropical Storm Watch for the Southeast Bahamas 🇧🇸. Erin is expected to pass east of these areas tonight and Monday, bringing tropical storm conditions.

Key things to know:
* Swells: Dangerous ocean swells and life-threatening rip currents are already affecting the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico and will spread to the U.S. East Coast later this week. Stay out of the water! 🌊

* Forecast: The storm is moving west-northwest and is expected to turn north on Monday and Tuesday, keeping it away from the U.S. mainland.

Stay prepared and keep monitoring updates from your local weather service.

08/16/2025

Hurricane Erin has become a catastrophic Category 5 hurricane 🌀

Here's what you need to know:

📍​Location: Outer rainbands are currently affecting the northern Leeward Islands.

⚠️​Watches: A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for St. Martin, St. Barthelemy, and Sint Maarten, meaning tropical storm conditions are possible within 12 hours.

🌧​Rainfall: Expect 2 to 4 inches of rain, with isolated totals of up to 6 inches, across the northern Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. This could cause flash flooding and landslides.

🌊​Ocean Conditions: Dangerous swells will cause life-threatening surf and rip currents across the northern Caribbean through the weekend, spreading to the U.S. East Coast early next week.

​If you are in the affected areas, stay vigilant and follow the latest advisories from your local weather office.