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2 clusters · 4 sources · 30 days · First seen · Last updated
Tropical Storm Norbert in the East Pacific
Overview
Tropical Storm Norbert is moving west-northwestward across the East Pacific. While some forecasts indicated the storm might reach hurricane strength, recent reports suggest it may maintain tropical storm status or experience fluctuations in intensity due to mid-level dry air and wind shear.
The storm is currently located far from land, positioned over 1,800 kilometers from Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur. Because of its westward trajectory in open waters, meteorologists have ruled out a direct impact on the Mexican coastline, though authorities are monitoring for potential high surf or swells.
Forecast models show divergence regarding the storm's long-term path. Some projections suggest a northward turn into cooler waters and higher wind shear, which would lead to weakening, while others indicate a southwestward track over warmer waters that could favor strengthening. The system is expected to eventually degenerate into a post-tropical remnant low by mid-September.
Entities
Baja California Sur · National Hurricane Center · Cabo San Lucas · Tropical Storm Norbert · Servicio Meteorológico Nacional
Timeline
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1 day ago
[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sourcesTropical Storm Norbert tracks west-northwestward in East PacificTropical Storm Norbert is tracking west-northwestward in the East Pacific. It remains far from the Mexican coast and is expected to eventually weaken into a post-tropical system as it moves through open waters.
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about 1 month ago
[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sourcesTropical Storm Hernan forms in the Pacific OceanTropical Storm Hernan has formed in the Pacific Ocean, moving west-southwest away from Mexico. Forecasters expect the storm to remain over open waters and weaken by the weekend.
Sources
capeweather.com · diariodemorelos.com · lineadirectaportal.com · thegardenisland.com