Tropical wave in Pacific could soon strengthen into a tropical depression: See tracker Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY September 12, 2025 at 12:40 AM 0 Tropical wave in Pacific could soon strengthen into a tropical depression: See tracker Kiko has dissipated in the central Pacific Ocean but there is a new di...
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Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY September 12, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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Tropical wave in Pacific could soon strengthen into a tropical depression: See tracker
Kiko has dissipated in the central Pacific Ocean but there is a new disturbance forecasters are keeping tabs on.
The National Hurricane Center said in an early morning advisory on Thursday, Sept. 11 it is tracking showers and thunderstorms associated with an area of low pressure just offshore of the coast of southern Mexico.
The system, labeled as EP95, continues to show signs of organization and environmental conditions are favorable for further development, hurricane center forecasters said in the advisory. A tropical depression is likely to form Thursday, Sept. 11, as the system moves west-northwestward, roughly parallel to but offshore of the coast of southern and southwestern Mexico, according to the hurricane center.
Forecasters are advising residents along the southern and southwestern coast of Mexico to monitor the progress of the system, as there is a 90% chance of formation through the next 48 hours.
Meanwhile in the Atlantic, the NHC said it is tracking a tropical wave that is forecast to emerge offshore of west Africa by Friday, Sept. 12. Forecasters said environmental conditions could support some slow development of this system over the weekend and into early next week as it moves west or west-northwest over the eastern and central tropical Atlantic.
Forecasters give the system a 30% chance of formation through the next seven days.
Storm tracker
This forecast track shows the most likely path of the center of the storm. It does not illustrate the full width of the storm or its impacts, and the center of the storm is likely to travel outside the cone up to 33% of the time.
How do hurricanes form?
Hurricanes are born in the tropics, above warm water. Clusters of thunderstorms can develop over the ocean when water temperatures exceed 80 degrees. If conditions are right, the clusters swirl into a storm known as a tropical wave or tropical depression.
A tropical depression becomes a named tropical storm once its sustained wind speeds reach 39 mph. When its winds reach 74 mph, the storm officially becomes a hurricane.
Prepare now for hurricanes
Delaying potentially lifesaving preparations could mean waiting until it's too late. "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," the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recommends.
Develop an evacuation plan. If you are at risk from hurricanes, you need an evacuation plan. Now is the time to begin planning where you would go and how you would get there.
Assemble disaster supplies. Whether you're evacuating or sheltering in place, you're going to need supplies not just to get through the storm but for a possibly lengthy aftermath, NOAA said.
Get an insurance checkup and document your possessions. Contact your insurance company or agent now and ask for an insurance checkup to make sure you have enough insurance to repair or even replace your home and belongings. Remember, home and renters insurance don't cover flooding, so you'll need a separate policy for those. Flood insurance is available through your company, agent or the National Flood Insurance Program. Act now, because flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period.
Create a family communication plan. NOAA says you should take the time now to write down a hurricane plan and share it with your family. Determine family meeting places and make sure to include an out-of-town location in case of evacuation.
Strengthen your home. Now is the time to improve your home's ability to withstand hurricanes. Trim trees and install storm shutters, accordion shutters and impact glass; seal outside wall openings.
Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at [email protected].
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