On Tuesday morning, Hurricane Lee maintained its formidable status as a Category 3 hurricane, posing potential concerns for cities along the East Coast, including New England and parts of the Northeast. As Hurricane Lee tracks slowly northward, cities such as Boston may find themselves in its path.
The National Hurricane Center’s latest projection indicates that the storm’s trajectory could place it just offshore as it moves past Providence, Boston, and Concord, New Hampshire, before making landfall in Maine and crossing over Augusta. Additionally, Hurricane Lee may pass near Nantucket and eastern Cape Cod based on its current course.
While New York City lies outside the official cone of potential impact, it still faces the possibility of experiencing strong wind gusts from the storm. However, forecasters are emphasizing the need for caution, as it is still too early to definitively predict the extent of Lee’s impact along the Northeastern U.S. coast in the coming days and weekend.
Forecasters emphasize that as Hurricane Lee continues to grow in size, the hazards associated with it, including strong winds and heavy rainfall, could extend well beyond its center. Therefore, residents in the northeastern region are urged to remain vigilant and keep a close eye on updates to Lee’s forecast over the next several days.
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As of Tuesday morning, Hurricane Lee remains a formidable force, classified as a Category 3 hurricane. It is situated approximately 575 miles south of Bermuda, boasting maximum sustained winds of 115 miles per hour, accompanied by even stronger gusts. The hurricane’s hurricane-force winds extend outward up to 80 miles from its center, while tropical-storm-force winds reach as far as 185 miles from the storm’s core.
Meteorologists anticipate a gradual weakening of Hurricane Lee over the next few days, which could offer some relief to the regions potentially affected by the storm.
Moreover, Hurricane Lee is already generating significant swells that are impacting multiple areas, including the Lesser Antilles, the British and U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Hispaniola, the Turks and Caicos Islands, the Bahamas, and Bermuda. These swells are expected to create life-threatening surf conditions and rip currents. Furthermore, portions of the southeastern U.S. coast are already experiencing dangerous surf and rip currents as a result of Lee’s influence.
It’s important to note that Hurricane Margot has also formed, trailing behind Lee. However, the good news is that Margot is not projected to significantly impact the United States, as it is expected to remain farther out at sea.
In conclusion, Hurricane Lee’s presence continues to pose a potential threat to the East Coast, particularly New England and parts of the Northeast. While specific impacts remain uncertain, residents and authorities in the affected regions are advised to stay informed through regular updates from the National Hurricane Center and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety in the face of this powerful hurricane.
