Tropical Storm Erin Projected To Strengthen Into A Hurricane
on Aug 14, 2025
A Tropical Storm Is Expected To Become A Hurricane
Tropical Storm Erin continues to intensify in the Atlantic and is forecasted to become a hurricane by Friday, according to the latest advisory from the National Hurricane Center (NHC).
As of 11 a.m. Thursday, Tropical Storm Erin was positioned about 890 miles east of the Northern Leeward Islands, tracking west-northwest with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph. Its central pressure had dropped to 999 millibars, a sign of the storm’s growing strength and improved organization since the early morning advisory.
Tropical Storm #Erin Advisory 13: Erin Strengthening While Moving Westward. Forecast to Become a Hurricane By Tomorrow. https://t.co/tW4KeGdBFb
— National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) August 14, 2025
Swells generated by Erin are expected to begin impacting portions of the northern Leeward Islands, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico by this weekend, according to the NHC. These swells are likely to produce life-threatening surf and rip current conditions, and officials urge caution for beachgoers and mariners in the region.
There is a growing concern for dangerous rip currents and surf next week along the #florida east coast as #Erin passes by. Have a look at the latest forecast wave heights and be sure to check back in for updates. #weshwx pic.twitter.com/WTwByr55Ny
— Tony Mainolfi (@TMainolfiWESH) August 14, 2025
Hurricane Season 2025
The official 2025 Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1, and will run through November 30.
According to the NHC, the peak of the season typically falls between mid-August and late September, with September 10 statistically noted as the most active day of the season.
Warm ocean temperatures, currently well above average across much of the tropical Atlantic, along with low wind and plenty of moisture are creating a conducive environment for tropical cyclones to form and intensify, the NHC says.
Tropical systems are classified based on sustained wind speed, ranging from tropical depressions to Category 5 hurricanes. Once a storm reaches 39 mph, it becomes a named tropical storm and at 74 mph, it is classified as a hurricane.
