Tropical Storm Gaston and Fiona

September 2nd 2010

As of 8am PST, Tropical Storm Gaston has been downgraded to a tropical depression and is currently located at 1500 miles east of Lesser Antilles with maximum winds sustained at 35mph. Tropical Storm Fiona is currently located at 550 miles to the south of Bermuda with maximum winds sustained at 60mph.

Tropical Depression Gaston is moving towards west-northwest at 7mph. Gaston may eventually strengthen again and become a tropical storm during the weekend. Residents in the Caribbean Islands should pay attention to the evolution of Gaston as it may threaten the area early next week.

Tropical Storm Fiona is expected to slow down and turn to the north tonight. A tropical storm warning has been issued for Bermuda. Fiona is expected to move near Bermuda late Friday or early Saturday bringing showers and gusty winds.