A tropical wave in the Atlantic Ocean is likely to develop into a tropical depression or tropical storm in the coming weeks. It’s unclear what the storm’s track will be at this point. Update 1:30 p.m.

Tropical Storm Fernand is not expected to become a hurricane as it moves into the open Atlantic. Invest 99L is moving over the Windward Islands. It has a very low chance for development. Tight on time ...

The storm remains well offshore and is not expected to hit land directly, though its trajectory will be closely monitored.

Invest 98L strengthened as expected into Tropical Storm Melissa Tuesday, Oct. 21. Further strengthening is expected.