Tropical Storm Joyce has formed in the middle of the North Atlantic ocean, unlikely to reach landfall but illustrating the importance of monitoring storm developments.
Meteorologists classify storms based on wind speed, which informs predictions of potential risks, including damage from strong winds, flooding, and storm surge.
The cyclone can cause severe flooding, producing over six inches of rain, overwhelming drainage systems and leading to flash floods that persist long after the storm has passed.
This hurricane season could be the worst in decades, with government forecasts predicting 17 to 25 tropical storms, including several potentially becoming major hurricanes.
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