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Tropical Wave AL95 Heads West, Threatening Leeward Islands
5 Oct
Summary
- Tropical wave AL95 has 70% chance of cyclone formation in 7 days
- Disorganized thunderstorms and showers reported south-southwest of Cabo Verde Islands
- NOAA urges early disaster preparations to avoid delays
As the 2025 hurricane season enters its final stretch, the National Hurricane Center has issued a warning about a tropical wave in the Atlantic that poses a significant threat to the Leeward Islands. The wave, designated AL95, currently has a 70% chance of cyclone formation over the next seven days and a 40% chance of formation within the next 48 hours.
Forecasters say that the broad area of low pressure is producing disorganized thunderstorms and showers several hundred miles south-southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has urged residents in the affected regions to take immediate action to prepare for potential impacts, warning that "delaying potentially lifesaving preparations could mean waiting until it's too late."
With the 2025 hurricane season nearing its end, the latest developments serve as a stark reminder of the importance of early disaster preparedness. NOAA advises that individuals should "get your disaster supplies while the shelves are still stocked, and get that insurance checkup early, as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period."
