The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service (ABMS) is closely monitoring Tropical Disturbance AL91, currently located over the central tropical North Atlantic Ocean.

Forecasters say the system has the potential to develop into a tropical depression or storm early next week as it moves toward the Caribbean.

While satellite images show the system appearing weaker than yesterday, environmental conditions remain favorable for further development.

At 8 a.m. ECT on Friday, AL91 was centered about 1,743 miles east-southeast of Antigua and Barbuda, moving west at roughly 9 mph, with maximum sustained winds near 25 mph.

The ABMS reports a 60% chance of formation over the next 48 hours and a 90% chance within seven days.

Although the current risk of hazards is considered low, residents of the Eastern Caribbean, including the Leeward Islands and the British Virgin Islands, are advised to remain alert and continue monitoring the system.

No tropical cyclone alerts, watches, or warnings are currently in effect, but an alert may be required within the next 24 hours. Authorities remind the public to stay prepared for the remainder of the hurricane season.

The next update from the ABMS is expected around 2 p.m. tomorrow, or sooner if necessary.