A tropical wave that had been causing significant rainfall and strong winds across the eastern Caribbean Sea has now moved away from the region, according to the National Weather Service’s latest update on Monday. The system, identified as AL98, had been under close scrutiny by meteorologists, who initially projected an 80% likelihood of cyclone formation within a seven-day period. Moving westward at speeds of 15 to 20 mph, the wave had raised alarms for the Windward, Leeward, and ABC Islands. Forecasters had warned that environmental conditions were increasingly favorable for the development of a tropical depression or storm. However, the system has since shifted, leaving the affected areas with clearer skies and calmer waters. Earlier in the week, residents of the Windward and Leeward Islands experienced bouts of heavy rain and gusty winds, though these conditions have now subsided. Mariners were advised to stay updated through High Seas Forecasts, with a 50% risk of formation over the next 48 hours and an 80% probability over seven days. Authorities remain vigilant in monitoring tropical activity in the Caribbean, urging preparedness as the hurricane season continues.
Tropical System Leaves Caribbean Region After Threat of Cyclone Formation
