Hurricane Kirk

2024 - 10 - 3

Hold onto Your Umbrellas: Hurricane Kirk is Here!

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Tropical Tempest Alert! Hurricane Kirk is rapidly strengthening and has transformed into a fierce Category 3 storm. How will you prepare for the upcoming weather frenzy?

As the Atlantic rages with swirling skies, Hurricane Kirk has made its grand entrance, intensifying into a formidable Category 3 storm. The National Hurricane Center announced that this tempest is anticipated to strengthen further, potentially reaching majesty as a major hurricane by the end of the week. It’s essential to keep close tabs on this swirling giant, as even storms that seem like they’re just breezing by can unleash serious rainfall and flash flooding miles inland. So, whether you’re cozying up on your couch or planning a last-minute beach trip, don't underestimate the sheer power of the hurricane season!

Tropical Storm Leslie has also joined the party, forming just as Kirk takes center stage. Leslie is working hard to catch up to Kirk, and it’s rumored that it could muscle into hurricane territory by the weekend. Although it feels like nature’s showing off with a double feature, storm watchers are maintaining a cool head. Both storms are currently situated far from the U.S. coastline, leaving our Canadian friends here in the Great North a bit viewing of the action without the threat directly looming over them - so grab some popcorn!

While hurricanes can sound daunting, it's interesting that every storm is unique. They'll often exhibit personalities of their own, with Hurricane Kirk currently projected to roam about 1,070 miles west of the Cabo Verde Islands. With no immediate coastal warnings, residents can breathe a sigh of relief, but meteorologists will be keeping an eye on Kirk should it choose to drastically change its trajectory. After all, nature is capricious, and these unpredictable storms can take a turn at any moment!

As you track Hurricane Kirk's developments, remember that the storm's power could lead to excessive rainfall, particularly in low-lying areas. The excessive rainfall associated with tropical systems can lead to unexpected flash flooding, which the expert forecasts are always warning about. Will Hurricane Kirk be the last storm this season? Only time will tell! And did you know that the hurricane season runs from June 1st to November 30th? So unless you’ve got winter tires ready to roll, keep your emergency kits stocked and stay thunderstorm savvy!

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Storm tracker: Hurricane Kirk could become 'large and formidable ... (USA TODAY)

The National Hurricane Center said Wednesday that Hurricane Kirk is expected to become a major hurricane by Thursday.

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Hurricane Kirk strengthens into a Category 3 storm in the Atlantic (The Associated Press)

Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed late Wednesday in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.

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Hurricane Kirk forms in Atlantic, could strengthen into major storm ... (WABC-TV)

Kirk became a hurricane on Tuesday and could strengthen into a major hurricane by Thursday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

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Map: Tracking Hurricane Kirk (The New York Times)

Flash flooding can occur well inland and away from the storm's center. Even weaker storms can produce excessive rainfall that can flood low-lying areas. 1-day ...

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The latest on possible tropical development in the Gulf of Mexico (WJCL News)

The third major hurricane of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season has developed. Hurricane Kirk continues to strengthen and may become a powerful category 4 ...

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Hurricane Kirk forms, won't threaten the U.S. (WDSU New Orleans)

This storm is located about 1070 miles west of the Cabo Verde Islands and is expected to become a major hurricane by Thursday. Advertisement.

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Hurricane Kirk strengthens into a Category 3 storm in the Atlantic (CP24 Toronto's Breaking News)

There were no coastal watches or warnings in effect, and the storm system was not yet deemed a threat to land. ADVERTISEMENT. Kirk reached Category 3 status on ...

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Thursday, Oct 3: Latest developments on Category 3 Hurricane Kirk ... (Miami Herald)

National Hurricane Center data reports Category 3 Hurricane Kirk, with a maximum sustained wind of 120 mph is moving 10 mph to the northwest, as of Thursday ...

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Hurricane Kirk strengthens; Tropical Storm Leslie expected to ... (WFLA)

Hurricane Kirk is expected to strengthen bringing swells to the U.S. east coast on Sunday, the National Hurricane Center said.

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Hurricane Kirk strengthens into Category 3 storm in the Atlantic ... (CBS News)

Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.

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Hurricane Kirk could cause dangerous surf conditions along the US ... (The Associated Press)

Swells generated by Kirk were expected to reach portions of the Leeward Islands on Friday, Bermuda and the Greater Antilles on Saturday, and the East Coast and ...

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National Hurricane Center tracking 3 systems in tropics. See what ... (The News-Press)

Chances for development of a system moving into the Gulf of Mexico have dropped, but heavy rain is likely across Central and South Florida.

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Storm tracker: See path of Hurricane Kirk as it continues to ... (USA TODAY)

The National Hurricane Center said Thursday that Hurricane Kirk is forecast to continue strengthening.

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Hurricane Kirk strengthens into Category 3 storm in the Atlantic but ... (KFSN-TV)

Hurricane Kirk strengthened Wednesday into a Category 3 storm in the Atlantic Ocean but has not yet deemed a threat to land, forecasters said.

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Here's What You Need to Know About Hurricane Kirk's Expected Path (TIME)

Hurricane Kirk is making its way across the Atlantic. The weather event strengthened into a Category 3 hurricane on Wednesday, and per an advisory issued by ...

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Hurricane Kirk expected to strengthen to Category 4 storm. Will ... (The News-Press)

While Hurricane Kirk is expected to stay over the Atlantic Ocean, impacts could be felt as far as the east coast of the United States by Sunday.

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Hurricane Kirk Could Bring Swells And Rip Current To East Coast ... (Forbes)

Hurricane Kirk, a Category 3 storm that is moving toward the East Coast from the Central Atlantic, could bring "life-threatening surf and rip current ...

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Hurricane Kirk strengthens into Category 3 storm in the Atlantic but ... (WABC-TV)

Hurricane Kirk strengthened Wednesday into a Category 3 storm in the Atlantic Ocean but has not yet deemed a threat to land, forecasters said.

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NHC tracking 3 systems in tropics. See what impacts Florida and St ... (St. Augustine Record)

NHC tracking 3 systems in tropics. See what impacts Florida and St. Johns County can expect · Is there a hurricane coming to Florida? · Hurricane Kirk: What you ...

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Hurricane Kirk strengthens into Category 3 storm in the Atlantic but ... (WTVD-TV)

Hurricane Kirk strengthened Wednesday into a Category 3 storm in the Atlantic Ocean but has not yet deemed a threat to land, forecasters said.

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Hurricane Kirk could cause dangerous surf conditions along the US ... (NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ)

The National Hurricane Center says Kirk is a Category 3 storm in the Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen further, but was expected to remain away from land.

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Tracking the tropics: What's going on with Hurricane Kirk, Tropical ... (WJXT News4JAX)

While Kirk is approximately 2452 miles away from Jacksonville, effects will be felt here by the weekend. Not your normal rain, wind and tropical event, ...

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Hurricane Kirk hits Category 4 strength, but not expected to hit U.S. (Globalnews.ca)

The major hurricane was about 1,085 miles (1,745 kilometers) east-northeast of the Northern Leeward Islands with maximum sustained winds of 130 mph (215 kph).

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Hurricane Kirk to send big waves toward Florida (WESH Orlando)

Kirk and Leslie's swells could bring rough surf and marine conditions to Florida's east coast over the weekend and into next week.

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Thursday, Oct 3 update: Latest on Category 4 Hurricane Kirk from ... (Biloxi Sun Herald)

National Hurricane Center data reports Category 4 Hurricane Kirk, with a maximum sustained wind of 130 mph is moving 12 mph to the northwest, as of Thursday ...

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Hurricane Kirk strengthens into a Category 4 storm in the Atlantic (EverythingGP)

The major hurricane was about 1,085 miles (1,745 kilometers) east-northeast of the Northern Leeward Islands with maximum sustained winds of 130 mph (215 kph).

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Hurricane Kirk to bring large swells to U.S East Coast; Tropical ... (WFLA)

There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect. Tropical Storm Leslie. Located about 645 miles west-southwest of the southernmost Cabo Verde Islands, Leslie ...

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Kirk strengthens into powerful Category 4 hurricane. See what ... (The News-Press)

Large swells from Hurricane Kirk could bring life-threatening surf and rip currents to the East Coast of the U.S. by Sunday.

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Hurricane Kirk tracker: Storm remains 'large and powerful,' expected ... (USA TODAY)

Hurricane Kirk remains a large and powerful storm, however it is forecast to turn north this weekend, the National Hurricane Center said Friday.

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Hurricane Kirk affecting Brevard beach conditions this weekend ... (Florida Today)

Hurricane Kirk is far from shore, but large enough to create rough surf in Brevard's waters this weekend.

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Hurricane Kirk upgrades to Category 4, winds hitting 140mph (13newsnow.com WVEC)

At Friday's 11 a.m. update, Kirk was a "Major Hurricane" with sustained winds of 140 mph, gusting to 165 mph, making it a Category 4 hurricane.

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