Tropical Storm Philippe has slowed to a near crawl just over 500 miles east of the northern Caribbean islands. Philippe's peak winds are still estimated at 50 mph, but it has reached its expected maximum intensity, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Tropical Storm Philippe's stats.
Tropical Storm Philippe has slowed to a near crawl just over 500 miles east of the northern Caribbean islands. Philippe's peak winds are still estimated at 50 mph, but it has reached its expected maximum intensity, according to the National Hurricane Center . Computer forecast models show the system could degenerate into a remnant low as early as Sunday, though there is low confidence in how slowly Philippe will weaken.
Also of low confidence: Philippe's future track. There are several complex atmospheric factors in play that will influence Philippe's future, including the fate of Invest 91L churning just behind Philippe. As of Thursday morning, the forecast track and cone of Philippe has the storm drifting to the west-southwest over the next few days, followed by a turn back to the northwest early next week, which could bring Philippe or its remnants near the northern Caribbean islands. But the storm could also feel the tug of Invest 91L behind it, complicating the forecast for both storms.
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