Tropical Storm Dolly Forms in Atlantic, Heavy Rain Possible for Caribbean
Tropical Storm Dolly Forms in Atlantic, Heavy Rain Possible for Caribbean
AG · Published Aug 27, 2026
• The National Hurricane Center (NHC) announced the formation of Tropical Storm Dolly in the Atlantic on Thursday, August 27,
• As of the 11 a.m. AST advisory, Dolly was located approximately 1,555 miles east of the Leeward Islands, moving west at 24 mph with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. Tropical-storm-force winds extend 60 miles from its center. Dolly is the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, following Arthur, Bertha, and Cristobal. The storm is expected to approach the Leeward Islands this weekend, but little change in strength is forecast. Dolly may degenerate into a tropical wave before reaching the islands, though heavy rainfall is anticipated to impact the Caribbean late Saturday into Monday.

Impact & Risks

Heavy rainfall from Tropical Storm Dolly could affect the Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and Hispaniola starting late Saturday into Monday. The NHC warns that this rain may lead to flash flooding, particularly in areas with higher terrain. While Dolly is forecast to weaken into a tropical wave, its precipitation could still pose risks to communities in the Caribbean. Residents in these areas should remain alert to potential flooding and monitor updates from local authorities.

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