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Norbert Spaghetti Models Show Potential Paths as Storm Forms in Pacific

Norbert Spaghetti Models Show Potential Paths as Storm Forms in Pacific

Summary

Tropical Storm Norbert formed in the Eastern Pacific and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by late this weekend or early next week. Currently, it poses no threat to land, including Hawaii, but weather experts advise monitoring its progress as it moves west.

Key Facts

  • Tropical Storm Norbert formed early Thursday in the Eastern Pacific.
  • It is about 685 miles southwest of Baja California and moving west at 13 mph.
  • Norbert has winds near 40 mph and is expected to become a hurricane soon.
  • There are no coastal warnings or watches in effect yet.
  • This is the 14th named storm in the Eastern Pacific this season.
  • El Niño, a climate pattern, is increasing hurricane activity in the Eastern Pacific.
  • Tropical Storm Lowell is also moving west in the central Pacific with winds of 65 mph but is weakening.
  • The National Hurricane Center is watching two other areas in the Pacific for possible storm development.
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