Storm Leslie Forms Over the Tropical Eastern Atlantic, According to Reuters

Storm Leslie has formed over the tropical eastern Atlantic and is predicted to strengthen into a hurricane within the next couple of days, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center.

As of the latest report, Tropical Storm Leslie was located approximately 490 miles (790 km) southwest of the southernmost Cape Verde Islands, with maximum sustained winds reaching 40 mph (65 kph).

Currently, there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.