Summary
Tropical Storm Jerry is moving across the Atlantic and is expected to bring heavy rain and dangerous surf conditions to the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. The storm could strengthen into a hurricane by late Friday or Saturday. A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for the northern Leeward Islands, as Jerry is projected to pass near them.
Key Facts
- Tropical Storm Jerry is approaching the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.
- The storm is expected to cause dangerous surf and rip currents in these areas.
- Jerry's location was about 395 miles east-southeast of the northern Leeward Islands as of early Thursday.
- The storm is moving west-northwest at around 20 mph.
- Maximum sustained winds are near 65 mph, with potential strengthening into a hurricane by late Friday or Saturday.
- Heavy rainfall might lead to flash floods in steeper and urban areas of the Leeward Islands and the Virgin Islands.
- Two to four inches of rain is expected in the Leeward and Virgin Islands, while Puerto Rico could receive one to two inches.
- A Tropical Storm Watch is active for the northern Leeward Islands.
