Global

Tropical Storm Helene Expected to Intensify into Major Hurricane As It Approaches US

Tropical Storm Helene has emerged in the Caribbean Sea and is forecasted to intensify into a significant hurricane as it moves northward towards the United States.

According to the U.S. National Hurricane Center, hurricane watches are now in effect for regions in Cuba, Mexico, and parts of Florida’s coastline, including Tampa Bay.

She stated that individuals residing in areas under watches and warnings should anticipate the loss of electricity and ensure that they have an adequate supply of food and water for a minimum of three days.

Hurricane Specialist at the centre, Lisa Bucci, stated, “Now is the time to start preparing. If you’re in an evacuation zone, you should evacuate.

“Don’t be fooled by the way the storm looks at the moment. We are expecting it to rapidly intensify.”

Currently, the storm is positioned 170 miles (275 kilometres) southeast of the western tip of Cuba, with sustained winds reaching 45 mph (75 kph). It is anticipated to strengthen into Hurricane Helene by Wednesday as it nears the Gulf Coast, the Associated Press reports.

Frances Ibiefo

Follow us on:

AriseNews

Recent Posts

Iran’s Supreme Leader Threatens ‘Crushing Response’ To US And Israeli Actions Amid Ongoing Tensions

Iran's Supreme Leader has warned the US and Israel of a "crushing response" following an…

2 hours ago

Kemi Badenoch Wins Conservative Leadership, Vows Party Renewal, A Return to Traditional Values

Kemi Badenoch has pledged to "renew" the Conservative Party and reclaim voters as she was…

7 hours ago

Peter Obi Criticises Court Ruling Halting Rivers State Funds, Calls for Reversal

Peter Obi has criticised the court ruling withholding funds to Rivers State, calling it disturbing…

13 hours ago

AGF Fagbemi Takes Over Prosecution of #EndBadGovernance Protesters Amidst Allegations of Treason

AGF Fagbemi has taken over the prosecution of 114 #EndBadGovernance protesters, addressing alleged treason and…

13 hours ago

NNPC, ONHYM Advance African Atlantic Gas Pipeline Project Amid Regional Collaboration

NNPC and Morocco's ONHYM has advanced the $26 billion African Atlantic Gas Pipeline, emphasising regional…

13 hours ago

TCN Restores Power Supply Through Gombe-Damaturu-Maiduguri Line

TCN has restored power on the Gombe-Damaturu-Maiduguri line, fully operational again after vandalism halted service.

13 hours ago