Tropical Disturbance in Atlantic Has 50% Chance of Developing Into Cyclone

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Forecasters at the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) are keeping a close watch on a tropical disturbance in the Atlantic that currently has a 50% chance of developing into a tropical cyclone over the next seven days.

The system, designated Disturbance 1, is moving through an area of warm ocean waters and moderate atmospheric conditions, which could support further organization. While it is not yet a tropical storm, meteorologists caution that the disturbance could strengthen if conditions remain favorable.

At this stage, forecasters say the potential cyclone poses no immediate threat to land, but residents of islands and coastal areas in the Caribbean and western Atlantic are encouraged to monitor updates regularly.

This story was first published by Antigua News on August 18, 2025: antigua.news/2025/08/18/tropical-disturbance-in-atlantic-has-50-chance-of-developing-into-cyclone. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (5)

  • Antigua Surf August 18, 2025, 9:28 AM

    This look like it’s heading straight to us!
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  • Rhea August 18, 2025, 9:29 AM

    Let’s start preparing from now. Don’t just wait until to on us to act on this
    Reply
  • Juju Bee August 18, 2025, 10:28 AM

    If it does develop let’s hope it just remains a cyclone and not develop into a hurricane
    Reply
  • Donna August 18, 2025, 11:57 AM

    Let us pray, if develop, it stays away from all landmasses. Majority of the residents on these islands trains doesn’t have or can’t afford affordable shelter or accommodation that can withstands against any storms/hurricanes.
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  • Informed citizen August 18, 2025, 7:24 PM

    The warmer waters make development more likely, so people should prepare regardless.
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