Tropical Storm Fiona Becomes 6th Storm of Season as It Forms Over Atlantic

The National Hurricane Center announced that Tropical Storm Fiona developed east of the Leeward Islands late Wednesday evening, with some pockets of dry air in the tropical storm's path.

It is expected to unleash rains in Caribbean Islands.

According to AccuWeather's news reports, Tropical Storm Fiona, which is now the sixth storm of the season, moved to the west-northwest at 16 mph and with sustained winds of 50 mph.

Tropical Storm Fiona is less than one on the AccuWeather RealImpact^TM Scale for hurricanes because of the dangers it can bring, AccuWeather added.

Motorists must be on high alert for heavy rains and reduced visibility.

Weather reports explained the tropical storm is expected to move westward through Friday as it reaches the Caribbean.

Furthermore, according to AccuWeather, Fiona will drench downpours with two to four inches of rainfall and flooding in the islands of Antigua, Guadeloupe, and through the British and U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic.

Tropical Storm Fiona

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As Fiona further strengthens, wind gusts will increase to 40-60 mph.

Areas with Tropical Storm watches are: St. Maarten Saba, St. Eustatius, Montserrat, Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts, Nevis and Anguilla.

Residents are reminded for heavy rains with isolated thunder storms.

AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Adam Douty said that the friction of the tropical system passing over the mountainous islands could help to lose the wind intensity of tropical Storm.

The report also said that even if Fiona has lesser wind speeds, the tropical storm could affect areas in Hispaniola and eastern Cuba.

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The National Weather Service in Miami announced that there is no threat of Tropical Storm Fiona to South Florida. However, residents are advised to be updated on the current weather forecast.

AccuWeather also said that the eastern U.S in the coming week could feel tropical moisture.

The Florida peninsula is also expected to experience the brunt of the rain.

Preparation

Report reiterates the importance of preparation before or during a typhoon or storm. By being prepared during tropical storms, residents affected can prevent damage and emergencies

Read local and national weather reports. You must know the current weather events if your areas are affected, from when it unleashes rains to Flood or Wind Watch Alerts.

Read local and national weather reports. You must know the current weather events if your areas are affected, from when it unleashes rains to Flood or Wind Watch Alerts Save contacts of your family members and state local authorities.

If you travel or are on a scheduled trip with announced tropical storms, check for road closures or, most importantly, cancel your appointments.

Lastly, adhere to your local authorities' announcements for flooding, landslide, or possible evacuation. In times of storms, having prepared will make you safe for possible flooding or landslides.