Summary
Tropical Storm Jerry is predicted to move northwest before curving out to sea. It could become a hurricane by the weekend and may bring tropical storm conditions to northern Leeward Islands and nearby areas.
Key Facts
- Tropical Storm Jerry is currently not expected to directly impact the U.S.
- The National Hurricane Center (NHC) warns of possible tropical storm conditions in the northern Leeward Islands.
- Jerry might reach hurricane strength by the weekend.
- As of Wednesday morning, Jerry was about 750 miles east-southeast of the northern Leeward Islands.
- Jerry is moving west-northwest at about 23 mph and is expected to turn north by the weekend.
- The storm could bring 2 to 4 inches of rain, risking flash floods.
- A tropical storm watch is active for several Caribbean locations, including Antigua, Barbuda, and St. Kitts.
- Experts expect Jerry to slow its strengthening because of wind shear but believe it could still become a Category 2 hurricane.
