Tropical Storm Kirk Forms in the Atlantic
What You Need To Know
• Kirk formed in the eastern Tropical Atlantic
• It was the eleventh named storm of the season
• Kirk became a Category 4 hurricane at one point but did not impact any land
Tropical Storm Kirk formed in the eastern Atlantic on Sunday, September 29, becoming a tropical storm on Monday, September 30. It was the eleventh named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.
The Story of Kirk’s Progression
By Tuesday, October 1, Kirk strengthened into a hurricane, making it the seventh hurricane of the 2024 season. On the morning of Friday, October 4, Kirk reached peak intensity with winds of 145 mph, making it the third major hurricane (Category 3 or higher) of the season. By the evening, it had weakened and winds decreased.
Kirk moved north into colder waters, causing it to weaken and become extratropical as it accelerated off to the northeast on October 7. Extratropical cyclone Kirk passed north of the Azores before the remnants arrived along the coast of France and western Europe.
Impact on Land
Although Kirk never made landfall as a tropical system, high surf was reported along the east coast when Kirk was a hurricane and as a remnant low, the storm brought heavy rain and flooding, and gusty winds to parts of Spain, France, and Portugal. Mudslides were even reported in the city of Galicia, Spain.
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Conclusion
Tropical Storm Kirk’s journey is a reminder of the intense activity in the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. With several named storms already, it’s essential to stay informed about the latest developments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the peak intensity of Tropical Storm Kirk?
A: The peak intensity of Kirk was 145 mph, making it a Category 4 hurricane.
Q: Did Kirk make landfall?
A: No, Kirk never made landfall as a tropical system.
Q: Where did the remnants of Kirk arrive?
A: The remnants of Kirk arrived along the coast of France and western Europe.
Q: What was the impact of Kirk on land?
A: High surf, heavy rain, flooding, gusty winds, and mudslides were reported in parts of Spain, France, and Portugal.
