La Andrea's training as a tropical storm has marked the official start of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane seasonThis phenomenon developed in an area of the ocean located between the Bermuda and the Azores, becoming the first named storm of the season, something that typically occurs around this time according to weather records.
The meteorological authorities international, such as the National Hurricane Center (NHC) of the United States and the NOAA, have made public that Andrea has originated in a area of warmer waters than usual in the subtropical Atlantic. The most recent data indicate that the center of the system is located more than 1.900 kilometers west of the Azores, moving at a speed of about 28 kilometers per hour.
Main characteristics of Storm Andrea
In the bulletins released, meteorologists have indicated that Andrea presents sustained winds of around 65 km/h and higher gusts, although these remain within the usual ranges for this type of system. extension of the winds with tropical storm force it covers a radius of up to 75 kilometers from its center, but in no case is it expected to affect inhabited areas or have coastal warnings or advisories issued.
According to the most reliable forecasts, the storm will not experience significant reinforcement and is expected to begin to lose intensity throughout the night and dissipate completely between Tuesday and Wednesday. This is, therefore, a short-lived tropical storm, typical of these early stages of the season.
Impact on land and expected consequences
El consensus of meteorological agencies is clear: Andrea poses no threat to the population or infrastructure on land.The projected trajectory keeps it over the open ocean, far from the American and European coasts, ruling out the possibility of it making landfall. The evolution of major hurricanes and predictions for this season show a low immediate threat scenario.
This quiet start, however, contrasts with the general forecast for the rest of the season. According to the NOAA and the NHC, this year's hurricane season is expected to be higher than the historical averageSpecifically, the models predict between 13 and 19 named storms, between 6 and 10 hurricanes and to 3-5 major hurricanes (category 3 or more). Conditions that favor this unusual activity include high ocean temperatures and the possible influence of atmospheric factors such as Saharan dust, which can inhibit the formation of storms in the early stages.
It is important that the population of coastal areas and exposed regions Stay tuned for official information to minimize risks. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from the June 1 to November 30, although cyclones can occasionally develop outside of these dates.
There are no alerts from the authorities and, for now, the system will not impact land. However, the importance of prepare family emergency plans, identify the nearest shelters and have basic materials and supplies ready in case any subsequent storm develops unexpectedly. The use of mobile applications and notification systems It can be useful to receive real-time warnings in case a cyclone changes its trajectory or intensity.
For the moment, Andrea serves as a reminder of the start of a potentially intense season and the value of prevention. Oceanic and atmospheric conditions require, more than ever, attention to weather reports and civil protection recommendations.
