Southeast U.S., September 27, 2025
News Summary
Hurricane Humberto has intensified, now classified with winds of 160 mph and projected to head west of Bermuda. The Southeast U.S. is expected to see indirect impacts, including hazardous rip currents. Additionally, the potential tropical storm Imelda could form near Hispaniola. Storms will affect areas in Georgia, particularly Atlanta, with rainfall raising flood risks across the Southeast.
Hurricane Humberto gained strength early Friday and is now classified as a hurricane, with forecasters indicating that it may spare the Southeast U.S. As of Saturday evening, Humberto had maximum sustained winds of 160 mph and was located about 365 miles north of the northern Leeward Islands. AccuWeather predicts that Humberto could become a major storm this weekend, moving west of Bermuda.
The forecast path suggests that Humberto will pass between Bermuda and the U.S. East Coast next week, leading to expectations of gusty winds and several inches of rain for Bermuda. Although the National Hurricane Center’s graphics indicate that a direct hit on the U.S. is unlikely, life-threatening surf and rip currents are anticipated along the U.S. East Coast due to swells generated by the hurricane.
Forecasters are also closely monitoring the potential development of a tropical storm, possible named Imelda, which may emerge from showers and thunderstorms near Hispaniola. Quick strengthening of this potential storm is possible, and scenarios suggest landfall could occur in the Carolinas. The interaction between Humberto and Imelda may influence Imelda’s track, possibly limiting rainfall impacts in the southeastern U.S.
In the coming days, multiple counties in Georgia are anticipated to be affected by storms, particularly in the metro Atlanta area. Storms are expected after 2 p.m. and before 11 p.m. on Friday, with a generic storm forecast rather than severe weather. A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected for metro Atlanta on Friday, with a high near 81°F. Saturday shows a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms, primarily after 2 p.m., with highs near 82°F.
Additionally, the Savannah area is projected to receive daily storms through at least Thursday. The National Weather Service has released detailed forecasts for the upcoming week, including low temperatures and wind conditions. Rainfall from these systems could lead to localized flooding in parts of the Southeast, which may occur during the weekend. A tropical storm watch has also been issued for parts of Florida in anticipation of the approaching system Imelda. This system could result in heavy rain, high winds, and coastal flooding along the Southeast U.S.
Humberto has become the second Category 5 hurricane in the Atlantic Basin for the season. Its tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 125 miles from its center. A second system, Tropical Depression Nine, may also evolve into a named tropical storm and could interact with Humberto. Heavy rainfall from this system is expected to impact Cuba and the Bahamas, increasing the risks for urban flooding and mudslides. Further, significant rainfall in parts of Virginia and North Carolina has prompted flood watches in those areas.
Key Features of Hurricane Humberto and Potential Impact of Imelda
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Classification | Hurricane |
| Wind Speed | 160 mph |
| Distance from Leeward Islands | 365 miles |
| Path Prediction | Between Bermuda and U.S. East Coast |
| Flood Watches | Virginia and North Carolina |
| Tropical Storm Watch | Parts of Florida |
FAQ
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Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
HERE Resources
Atlanta Prepares for Tropical Depression Nine
Tropical Storm Humberto Forms in Central Atlantic
Additional Resources
- CBS News: Hurricane Humberto Map and Forecast
- Wikipedia: Hurricane Humberto
- 11Alive: Tropical Storm Humberto Forms
- Google Search: Hurricane Humberto
- The Weather Channel: Hurricane Humberto and Tropical Storm Imelda
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Bermuda
- AP News: Tropical Storm Gabrielle
- Google News: Tropical Storm Imelda
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