We are tracking two tropical systems in the Atlantic— with one being newly formed Tropical Storm Rina in the central tropical Atlantic, as of the 11 AM advisory from the National Hurricane Center (NHC).

While Tropical Storm Philippe and Rina look relatively close together, the centers of the two storms are over 600 miles apart.

Rina is moving north-northwest with wind speeds sustained at 40 MPH. Rina is forecast to stay a tropical storm over the next several days. The latest models have Rina continuing to turn further north next week and away from the United States. It will not impact SWFL.

Tropical Storm Philippe

Tropical Storm Philippe is currently moving west-northwest, very slowly, remaining east of the Northern Leeward Islands. Maximum sustained winds are at 50 MPH with higher gusts. 

Tropical storm force winds extend outward up to 175 miles from Philippe’s center.  A slow generally westward motion is expected over the next several days with little change in strength. There are no coastal watches or advisories at this time.

There are no other areas being monitored at this time. Stick with abc7 for the latest updates through the remainder of the 2023 hurricane season.