They begin monitoring tropical waves for potential cyclone development – ​​​​Metro Puerto Rico

The National Hurricane Center (CNH) in Miami began monitoring a tropical wave in the Atlantic Ocean on Monday night, predicting that a tropical wave may develop in the next few days.

“An area of ​​low pressure over the central tropical Atlantic Ocean is likely to develop within a few days. Thereafter, conditions appear generally favorable for the system to develop slowly this weekend into early next week as it moves toward the west or west-northwest at 10 to 15 mph,” the federal agency report reads.

The report said there is a 0% chance of a cyclone forming in the next 48 hours and a 20% chance of a cyclone forming in the next seven days.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) updated its forecast on August 8, predicting a 90 percent chance of an Atlantic hurricane season.

Preparation tips for this hurricane season include:

1. Know your hurricane risk: Hurricanes aren’t just a coastal problem. Learn how rain, wind, water and even tornadoes can affect areas far from a hurricane or tropical storm’s landfall. Prepare now so you’ll be ready when a storm hits.
2. Develop a contingency plan: Make sure everyone in your home knows and understands your hurricane plan. Include your workplace, your child’s daycare, your boat, and other places you frequent in your plan. Make sure your business has a continuity plan so it can continue to operate during a disaster.
3. Know your evacuation zone: If you live in an evacuation zone, you may need to evacuate quickly. Know your evacuation route, practice it with your family and pets, and determine where you will stay. Follow the guidance of local emergency managers, who work closely with state, local, tribal, and territorial agencies to provide you with the latest recommendations based on the threats facing your community and appropriate safety measures.
4. Identifying warnings and alerts: There are multiple ways to receive alerts. Download the FEMA app to receive real-time alerts from the National Weather Service. Sign up for community alerts in your area and stay tuned for the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts, which do not require registration.

For more information on hurricanes and hurricane preparedness, visit the NOAA and FEMA websites: www.ready.gov/hurricane, www.nhc.noaa.govy www.fema.gov. Information is also available in Spanish, French and Haitian Creole.