Tropical Storm Philippe: Heading for Bermuda and Beyond
Tropical Storm Philippe is on the move, and its path is set to impact multiple regions. Currently, the storm is approximately 375 miles south-southwest of Bermuda, packing winds of up to 50 mph while steadily moving north at 14 mph. The National Hurricane Center in Miami is keeping a close eye on its progress.
Bermuda Prepares
Bermuda is under a tropical storm warning, and residents are urged to take this storm seriously. Michael Weeks, Bermuda’s national security minister, emphasized the importance of being prepared for unforeseen challenges that storms like Philippe can bring. To ensure safety, Bermuda College and public schools are scheduled to close on Friday.
Philippe’s Route
Tropical Storm Philippe is projected to pass near or just west of Bermuda on Friday, eventually making its way to the coast of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, or eastern Maine on Saturday night. Here, it is expected to transform into a post-tropical cyclone, bringing up to 4 inches of rain to Bermuda and up to 5 inches to parts of New York, New England, and Southeast Canada.
Stay Prepared
The hurricane center advises all those in the affected areas to stay prepared for the possibility of strong winds and heavy rainfall. Philippe is a sizable storm, with its tropical-storm-force winds extending up to 230 miles from its center.
Philippe’s Impact So Far
Philippe initially made landfall in Barbuda, causing downed trees and power outages across several islands in the northeast Caribbean. This forced the closure of schools, businesses, and government offices. The U.S. Virgin Islands reported major power outages on St. Thomas and St. John, with crews working hard to restore electricity.
Pacific Activity
Meanwhile, in the Pacific, Tropical Storm Lidia is also active. Currently located about 475 miles south of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, it has maximum sustained winds of 60 mph and is moving northwest at 3 mph. Lidia is predicted to become a hurricane over the weekend.