A new tropical storm, Erin, has appeared in the Atlantic Ocean. It might grow into the first hurricane of the season. This storm started near the Cabo Verde islands, off Africa's west coast. Experts say it will move west and could become a major hurricane near the Caribbean islands by the end of the week. Don't worry, though—it's not a threat to the U. S. right now. ...
In the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, there's a tiny group of islands called the Saint Peter and Saint Paul Archipelago. It's a remote spot, but it's a hotspot for big, traveling fish like the yellowfin tuna. Scientists wanted to know if these tunas were born near the islands or if they just stop by on their ocean adventures. To find out, they caught young yellowfin ...
Hey, weather lovers! There's a weather system near the Cabo Verde Islands in the Atlantic. The folks at the National Hurricane Center have their eyes on it, but it's not strong enough yet. As it moves west, warmer waters could help it grow. By the time it reaches the Leeward Islands, it might become a tropical depression. So, keep an eye out for updates! Think of it...
Out in the central Atlantic Ocean, Hurricane Kirk is getting stronger. Experts say it will rapidly gain power in the next few days. But don't worry about any land being hit—this storm is too far from the coast to cause any trouble there. Kirk is a name you might hear more about as it grows in intensity. Storms like these can be fascinating to watch, even if they're ...
A severe storm, dubbed Potential Tropical Cyclone 8, battered parts of North Carolina's southeastern coast with over a foot of rain on Monday, prompting widespread flooding and road closures. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned residents to stay away from flooded areas, as the storm's intensity was expected to weaken as it moved inland. The worst of the storm ...
As the US Coast Guard investigatory hearing begins to unravel the mysteries of the Titan submersible's implosion, questions about the catastrophic event continue to linger. On June 18, 2023, the submersible, carrying a team of five adventurers to the Titanic wreck site, imploded thousands of feet beneath the North Atlantic Ocean, killing everyone on board. The incide...
As the Mid-Atlantic region gears up for another round of stormy weather, residents are on high alert for potential tropical cyclone 8 (PTC 8). This system, currently situated off the North Carolina and South Carolina coastlines, has already brought heavy rain and thunderstorms to the area, with millions under a Flood Watch. The question on everyone's mind is: what's ...