Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Caribbean, according to the National Hurricane Center. The storm is expected to strengthen as it moves west-northwest over the next few days.
Current Status and Forecast
As of the latest advisory, Dolly had maximum sustained winds of 45 mph. The storm was located about 250 miles east-southeast of the Leeward Islands, moving west-northwest at 14 mph.
Forecasters expect Dolly to gradually intensify, potentially becoming a hurricane by early next week. However, the storm is currently forecast to remain east of the Caribbean islands, with no immediate threats to land.
Potential Impacts and Monitoring
The National Hurricane Center has noted that while Dolly is not an immediate threat, residents in the Caribbean should monitor its progress. Swells generated by the storm could affect portions of the Leeward Islands and the Greater Antilles later this week.
Meteorologists continue to track the system closely, and further advisories will be issued as conditions evolve.
