Tropical Storm Dexter forms in the Atlantic: risk of rip currents increases along the U.S. East Coast.

Tropical Storm Dexter formed Sunday night off the east coast of the United States in the Atlantic Ocean. Although will not have a direct impact on the mainlandwill generate hazardous conditions on the beaches, from northeast to south Floridadue to an increased risk of undertow currents.

According to the CenNational Hurricane Center (NHC), Dexter's maximum sustained winds reached 45 mph (72 km/h)making it officially a tropical storm. Recall that a tropical storm is a tropical cyclone with sustained winds of between 39 and 73 mph (63 to 117 km/h), thus surpassing the category of tropical depression.

Where is Dexter?

Dexter is located about 400 kilometers northwest of Bermudaand is moving northeastward at a velocity of 22 km/h. It is expected to continue on this course in the coming days, moving away from the U.S. coast and staying north of the Bermudian archipelago.

Although it could slightly intensify over the next few days, it is expected that Dexter lose strength and transform into a post-tropical cyclone by Wednesday, due to increased wind shear.

Increases the risk of undertow currents

Although the tropical system will remain offshore, its effects will be felt along the east coast, especially in beach areas. Thousands of people have come to the coast during this summer season, but it is important to take extreme precautions.

The undertow currentswhich are powerful and narrow water flows that move away from the coast, represent a serious danger to bathers. This Monday, it is reported:

• Moderate risk of undertow currents from New York and New Jersey to Delaware.
• High risk in areas of the Delmarvaas well as on the coasts of Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

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Atlantic hurricane season

The official hurricane season in the Atlantic Ocean runs from June 1 through November 30. With the formation of Dexter, we recall the importance of staying informed and preparedeven when cyclones do not make direct landfall.

 Share this information if you know someone who will be visiting the beach in the next few days. And remember: if there is a red flag or danger indication, do not enter the water. Remember that you can listen to our podcast Atmospheric Turbulence to learn much more.