National Hurricane Center Issues Urgent Update as New Tropical Storm Targets Gulf Coast

Early-Morning Snapshot: What the National Hurricane Center Is Monitoring Today, 11 August 2025 The National Hurricane Center (NHC) starts the new week with a relatively quiet Atlantic basin, while keeping close watch on two systems in the Pacific and reminding coastal residents that the heart of hurricane season is still ahead. Atlantic Basin: Quiet—for Now As of 2 a.m. EDT, the NHC reports no active tropical cyclones in the Atlantic, Caribbean, or Gulf of Mexico. Forecasters continue to scan several tropical waves rolling off Africa, but none show immediate signs of organization. The lull offers a brief window for coastal communities to review emergency plans before activity typically spikes in late August and September. Eastern Pacific: Tropical Depression Ivo Struggling • Location at 0900 UTC: about 860 mi (1,385 km) west-southwest of the southern tip of Baja California • Maximum sustained winds: 35 mph (55 km/h) • Movement: west at 13 mph (20 km/h) Dry air and cooler waters are sapping Ivo’s strength, and the system is expected to degenerate into a remnant low later today. Rough seas and gusty squalls remain possible for shipping interests well south of the Baja peninsula. Central Pacific: Hurricane Henriette Holding Steady Henriette remains a Category 1 hurricane far to the northwest of Hawaiʻi. At 0900 UTC the center was near 27.6° N, 155.0° W with top winds of 80 mph (130 km/h). The cyclone is moving northwest over cooler water and should weaken to a tropical storm by midweek, posing no direct threat to land. Looking Ahead: Peak Season Still Looms NOAA’s May outlook calls for an above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, projecting 13–19 named storms and 6–10 hurricanes, fueled by lingering warm Atlantic sea-surface temperatures and a developing La Niña pattern. Statistically, 85 percent of all U.S. hurricane landfalls occur between mid-August and early October, so forecasters caution residents not to let early-season quiet breed complacency. Preparedness Checklist 1. Stock a minimum three-day supply of food, water, and medications. 2. Verify insurance coverage; remember that flood policies require a 30-day waiting period. 3. Trim trees, secure loose outdoor items, and clear gutters to reduce wind damage. 4. Keep important documents—IDs, deeds, medical records—in a waterproof “grab-and-go” kit. 5. Practice an evacuation route and identify a secondary shelter location in case primary plans change. Digital Tools to Bookmark • NHC Cone & Wind Projection Maps – updated every six hours during active storms • Local National Weather Service office alerts for storm surge and tornado risks • FEMA mobile app for evacuation orders, shelter openings, and recovery resources Key Takeaways • The Atlantic is calm this morning, but historical data show a rapid ramp-up in activity after August 15. • Tropical Depression Ivo should weaken soon; mariners should stay clear of its wind field. • Hurricane Henriette is a reminder that even remote systems warrant monitoring for changes in track or intensity. • Now is the optimal time for homeowners, businesses, and community officials to finalize hurricane preparations. Stay tuned to the National Hurricane Center’s next tropical weather outlook at 8 a.m. EDT and consult trusted local officials for region-specific guidance.