Atlantic Tropical Depression Predicted to Form by Weekend's End

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is keeping a close eye on a tropical wave in the far eastern tropical Atlantic, located southwest of the Cabo Verde islands. This system is currently producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms, but according to the NHC, environmental conditions are conducive for the gradual development of this system.

The NHC has predicted that a tropical depression is likely to form late this week or this weekend. The system is expected to move westward to west-northwestward at around 15 mph across the eastern and central tropical Atlantic into early next week.

It's worth noting that as of the first week of September, the Atlantic basin has no active tropical systems. However, the NHC is monitoring this tropical wave closely due to its potential for development. The chance of the system developing over the next two to seven days is between 30% and 70%.

Meanwhile, Hurricane Erin formed on Friday morning, located about 415 miles east of the northern Leeward Islands. The NHC reports that this hurricane is expected to intensify into a Category 4 hurricane over the Atlantic while moving northwest. However, it will curve sharply northeast, passing between the U.S. East Coast and Bermuda without making landfall in the U.S. during its development.

The next name of the hurricane season is Gabrielle, but as of now, it's just a tropical wave in the Atlantic showing potential for development. The NHC will continue to monitor the system closely and provide updates as necessary.

At this time, there is no threat to South Florida or any other coastal areas of the U.S. It's always important to stay informed and prepared during hurricane season, so be sure to follow the NHC's updates and any advisories from local authorities.