Typhoon Bang-lang, or Typhoon No. 23, Formed in Pacific Ocean in East of Japan
Typhoon Bang-lang, also known as Typhoon No. 23, was formed in the Pacific Ocean in the East of Japan, moving northeast at a speed of 20 kph in waters near Wake Island as of noon on Friday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell emerged in the Pacific Ocean on Thursday, with the National Hurricane Center predicting they could escalate to hurricanes within days. Karina was situated approximately 825 miles south of Baja California's southern tip, boasting winds of around 45 mph, while Lowell was found about 1,765 miles west-southwest of the same region, with winds of roughly 40 mph.
No coastal watches or warnings were issued for either storm. However, swells from Karina could spawn hazardous surf and rip currents along parts of southwest Mexico and the Baja California Peninsula during the weekend.
Tropical Storm Dolly formed in the Atlantic Ocean far from land earlier in the day. The storm, situated about 1,555 miles east of the Leeward Islands, held winds of 40 mph and was moving west. Dolly bore no relation to Dolly Parton's passing on Tuesday. Following the World Meteorological Organization's naming procedures, which repeat every six years, Dolly marked the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
Coastal watches or warnings were absent, but the center cautioned that heavy rain could afflict the Leeward Islands on Saturday and Sunday, as well as the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and Hispaniola on Sunday and Monday. Forecasts indicate minimal alteration in Dolly's strength over the forthcoming days, although flash flooding might occur.
The Atlantic hurricane season kicked off with Tropical Storm Arthur, which made landfall on the U.S. Gulf Coast in June, while Tropical Storm Bertha dumped rain in Louisiana and Texas in July. Two weeks prior, Tropical Storm Cristobal formed and rapidly dissipated. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has anticipated a below-average Atlantic hurricane season due to El Nino, predicting eight to 14 named storms, with three to six becoming hurricanes and one to three intensifying into major hurricanes.
Both the NHC and other meteorological agencies name storms for straightforward warning communication and to avert confusion. The WMO selects names for their brevity, pronounceability, and familiarity in the regions where the storm names are utilized. Should a storm prove deadly or destructive, it receives a name retirement. One name from the 2025 season, Melissa, was retired for its impact as a Category 5 hurricane in the Caribbean.
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