Hurricane Gabrielle strengthens as it churns past Bermuda
Hurricane Gabrielle has officially formed in the Atlantic Ocean, becoming the second hurricane of the 2025 season. What makes this storm particularly interesting is the way it developed. Not long ago, it was a struggling tropical storm that many thought might fade away. Instead, it gathered strength and was confirmed as a Category 1 hurricane late Sunday, with winds reaching about 120 kilometers per hour.
Forecasters say Gabrielle is behaving very much like a textbook peak-season storm. It’s moving steadily through the open Atlantic, positioned southeast of Bermuda, and has been traveling north-northwest at about 17 kilometers per hour. Projections suggest that by Monday night or Tuesday morning, Gabrielle could intensify into a major hurricane. That means winds could accelerate even further, and the system could grow into a more powerful Category 3 or higher storm.
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Despite the intensity, the good news is that Gabrielle is expected to remain offshore. Forecast models show it making a safe pass east of Bermuda before curving out to sea. No direct landfall is expected, and there are no coastal warnings or watches in place at this time. Even so, meteorologists are keeping a close eye on the track, since storms of this kind can shift more quickly than expected.
What will be felt, however, are the impacts of the storm’s powerful swells. Large waves and rip currents are already reaching Bermuda, and they’re expected to extend toward parts of the U.S. East Coast and Atlantic Canada over the coming days. These rip currents are no small concern. They form when water rushes directly away from the shore, creating a strong pull that even strong swimmers can find hard to escape. Beachgoers are being advised to stay out of the water if these conditions are reported. For those caught unexpectedly, experts recommend not fighting against the current. Instead, swimmers should stay calm, float, and signal for help—or, if able, swim parallel to the beach until they’re free from the current’s grip.
At the same time, activity in the Pacific is also being monitored. Tropical Storm Narda has formed off Mexico’s southern coast. At this stage, it poses no immediate threat to land, but forecasters warn it may also gain strength in the coming days as it moves further out to sea.
So, while Gabrielle is not expected to hit land directly, it serves as a sharp reminder of just how active this time of year can be for storm development. It’s also an example of how quickly conditions can change—from a struggling system one day to a hurricane the next. And as always during hurricane season, communities are urged to stay informed, stay cautious, and respect the power of the ocean.
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