Cuban meteorologists have issued a warning about a developing system in the Caribbean that could potentially transform into a powerful hurricane, impacting the island. "The GFS American model's satellite simulation shows a hurricane entering the eastern Caribbean Sea on July 1. The system has high probabilities of becoming a tropical cyclone in the coming days," said meteorologist Raydel Ruisánchez.
He highlighted that conditions will become favorable for the development of this low-pressure system due to a reduction in Saharan dust concentrations and more favorable winds in the upper levels of the troposphere. Additionally, high sea surface temperatures also contribute to the strengthening and organization of this potential tropical storm.
Currently, meteorologists are monitoring it as "a system in the eastern Atlantic (AL95)." It is located hundreds of miles east of the Windward Islands. "This is unusual for July, although it's not the first time it has happened. We will be watching it closely once it reaches the eastern Caribbean Sea," explained Ruisánchez.
Potential Impact of Tropical Wave in the Caribbean
Given the potential development of a tropical cyclone in the Caribbean, here are some frequently asked questions and their answers to provide more insights.
What factors are contributing to the development of this system?
The reduction in Saharan dust concentrations, favorable upper tropospheric winds, and high sea surface temperatures are all contributing to the development of this low-pressure system.
When is the system expected to enter the Caribbean?
The GFS American model predicts the system will enter the eastern Caribbean Sea on July 1.
Is it unusual for such a system to develop in July?
While it is unusual for a tropical system to develop in July, it is not unprecedented, and meteorologists are monitoring the situation closely.