A tropical storm in the Atlantic is expected to become a hurricane, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to Caribbean islands by mid-week.

A tropical storm is developing in the Atlantic, with forecasters tracking its path near the Caribbean. The system has sustained winds of 45 mph and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by mid-week. No direct landfall is currently projected, but coastal areas may see heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas starting Thursday. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring the storm closely and has issued a tropical storm watch for several island territories.