A tropical wave over the far eastern Atlantic has a 50 percent chance of formation over the next seven days, the National Hurricane Center said this afternoon.
The system is projected to move westward to west-northwestward at around 15 mph across the tropical Atlantic, according to the NHC.
Extreme heat warning for the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico
The risk of rip currents is low today. However, life-threatening rip currents often occur near jetties and piers.
HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 PM AST THIS AFTERNOON
* WHAT…This level of heat affect most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health system and in heat-sensitive industries.
* WHERE…Portions of Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands.
* WHEN…From 10 AM this morning to 5 PM AST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside.
Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing.
Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Brief thunderstorms tonight across the U.S. Virgin Islands and eastern Puerto Rico into tomorrow morning.
