Tropical Storm Ernesto Strengthens, Expected to Become Hurricane Tuesday
Ernesto Expected to Intensify as it Moves Towards Puerto Rico
**Key Points:**
- Tropical Storm Ernesto has formed in the Caribbean Sea.
- The storm is expected to become a hurricane late Tuesday.
- Ernesto is on a path toward Puerto Rico and is expected to strengthen as it moves.
- Residents in the Caribbean are advised to monitor the storm's progress closely and prepare for potential impacts.
Formation and Forecast
As of Tuesday afternoon Eastern time, Tropical Storm Ernesto was located in the Caribbean Sea, just northeast of Puerto Rico. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued an advisory stating that Ernesto is expected to strengthen into a hurricane late Tuesday as it moves towards Puerto Rico.
The NHC predicts that Ernesto will continue on a path to the northwest, passing through parts of the Caribbean before turning into the western Atlantic Ocean as a hurricane. Tropical storm warnings have been issued for parts of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and the Dominican Republic.
Residents in these areas are advised to monitor the storm's progress closely and to take necessary precautions. Heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surge are possible impacts associated with Ernesto.
The NHC is providing regular updates on the storm's path and intensity. You can track the latest maps and models on the NHC website or follow USA TODAY's coverage of Tropical Storm Ernesto for updates.
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