As hurricane season continues, the National Hurricane Center is now monitoring two new disturbances in the Atlantic Ocean that have the potential to develop into tropical depressions or storms in the coming days. While it’s too early to know whether these systems will directly impact the U.S. coastline, their presence is a reminder that we’re still in the most active stretch of the season and preparedness is key.

Current Situation

The two disturbances are located in the eastern and central Atlantic. Both are producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms, and conditions appear favorable for gradual development. Forecasters give at least one of these systems a medium to high chance of strengthening into a tropical depression or storm within the next week.

At this stage, steering patterns are uncertain. The disturbances could remain at sea or track closer to the Caribbean and the southeastern United States, depending on how weather systems evolve. For now, meteorologists encourage residents along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts to stay tuned to updates as forecasts become clearer.

What This Means for Homeowners

Even when storms are far offshore, they serve as a reminder of how quickly conditions can change. Homeowners should use this window of time to review their preparedness plans:

• Check your backup power solutions – When tropical storms or hurricanes make landfall, power outages are almost guaranteed. A reliable standby generator can keep your home running, protect refrigerated food, power essential medical devices, and maintain comfort until the grid is restored.

• Test your system early – If you already own a standby generator, make sure it’s ready for the season. Run a test cycle, confirm fuel levels, and schedule maintenance if it hasn’t been serviced recently.

• Evaluate your home’s needs – Whole-home standby generators, like those from Generac and Briggs & Stratton, provide automatic protection that far exceeds portable units. They turn on within seconds of an outage, run as long as needed, and are designed to handle modern household demands.

Peace of Mind in an Active Season

While forecasters continue to track the two new disturbances, the reality is that storms can form and intensify quickly during this part of the season. Having a standby generator in place is one of the best ways to ensure your family is protected no matter what path a storm takes.

At AP Electric, we provide solutions from trusted industry leaders like Generac and Briggs & Stratton helping homeowners prepare before the next storm arrives.