29 Aug 2017 | 09:46 AM UTC
United States: Tropical storm forming in southeast August 29 /update 1
Tropical Storm Irma forming off southeastern coast; warnings in effect for North Carolina coastline August 29
Event
A tropical storm is expected to form off of the southeastern coast of the United States on Tuesday, August 29. The storm, which would be named Irma, was located off the coast near the South Carolina-North Carolina border as of 05:00 on Tuesday (local time). According to the National Hurricane Center, it is expected to track north along the coast of North Carolina before moving out to sea Tuesday night. Tropical storm watches and warnings are in effect for the North Carolina coastline.
Flooding, travel disruptions, and power outages are possible in affected regions on Tuesday, including flight delays and cancelations at the following airports: Charleston (CHS), Fayetteville (FAY), Jacksonville (OAJ), Myrtle Beach (MYR), New Bern (EWN), Newport News (PHF), Norfolk (ORF), Richmond (RIC), and Wilmington (ILM).
Context
Storms are common in the region during the Atlantic Hurricane Season, which officially runs from June 1 to November 30, with a peak of storm activity typically observed in late August and September.
Advice
Travelers are advised to follow local weather forecasts, confirm travel reservations, and adhere to any instructions or advice issued by local authorities.
