Tropical Storm Gilma strengthens in the eastern Pacific, maintaining distance from land.

Tropical Storm Gilma, currently 625 miles from the Mexican Baja California peninsula, has strengthened in the eastern Pacific Ocean, but is expected to maintain its distance from land throughout the week. Forecasters predict slow intensification with no coastal watches or warnings in effect. Gilma's development comes as Hurricane Ernesto causes dangerous rip currents along the US East Coast.