The Atlantic is currently experiencing significant tropical activity, with Hurricane Gabrielle and Tropical Storm Humberto both in motion. Additionally, a new system is developing that could impact the Southeast next week.

Hurricane Gabrielle is expected to bring damaging winds, coastal flooding, and destructive waves to Portugal’s Azores islands on Thursday night and Friday. Hurricane warnings are in effect for the region. The remnants of Gabrielle are projected to reach Portugal and western Spain by Sunday.

Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Humberto has formed in the Atlantic and is showing signs of potential strengthening. It may develop into a hurricane this weekend and could escalate to a major hurricane, classified as Category 3 or higher, early next week. Humberto is anticipated to follow a path similar to that of last month’s Hurricane Erin, moving between Bermuda and the U.S. East Coast during the first half of next week.

In addition, another tropical wave is likely to become a tropical depression by Friday. This system may quickly strengthen into a tropical storm named Imelda. Currently, it is bringing heavy rain and gusty winds to Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. As it approaches or passes near the Bahamas this weekend, it may further intensify into a hurricane.

Although this system has not yet formed, residents along the Southeast coast are advised to monitor forecasts over the next 48 hours. While a landfall is considered unlikely, it remains a possibility. Regardless, rain and winds from this system are expected to reach the Southeast, particularly the Carolinas, on Monday and Tuesday, which could lead to flooding.