The Virgin Islands Department of Disaster Management (DDM) announced Friday, September 5, that it is closely monitoring Invest 91L, a weather disturbance located about 2,000 miles east-southeast of the Territory. Officials said the system could strengthen into at least a tropical depression by this weekend or early next week.
The exact track and intensity of Invest 91L remain uncertain, but projections suggest the system could affect the Virgin Islands late next week into the weekend. DDM urged residents to remain alert and prepare for possible impacts.
“Residents are advised to stay informed by following official updates from the Department of Disaster Management and the National Hurricane Centre,” the agency said in a statement. “It is also important to check emergency supplies, including food, water, medications, batteries, and important documents.”
Officials emphasised that Invest 91L remains far from the Territory but cautioned that it has the potential to develop into a tropical storm as it moves westward across the Atlantic. Residents are encouraged to avoid unverified information and rely on trusted sources for updates.
