Fred was supposed to become a remnant low by Saturday. But instead, it's a tropical storm again. Here is a current summary of the system:

  • Location at 11 p.m. Friday: 22.8 N, 40.1 W
  • How far is it?
    • 1,305 mi. SW of the Azores
    • 2,540 mi. ESE of Cape Canaveral
  • Winds: 40 mph
  • Movement: WNW at 10 mph
  • Pressure: 1,009 mb / 29.80 inches

Fred's track is turning north due to an approaching front and will never get close to the United States.

Tropical Storm Fred Advisory

11 p.m. — Fred regains tropical storm status.

Watches and Warnings

There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

Discussion and 48-hour outlook

At 11 p.m., the center of Tropical Storm Fred was located near latitude 22.8 north, longitude 40.1 west.

The storm is moving toward the west-northwest near 10 mph. A turn toward the northwest and a decrease in forward speed are forecast on Saturday. A turn to the north should begin on Sunday.

Maximum sustained winds are near 40 mph, with higher gusts. Little change in strength is forecast during the next 48 hours.

The estimated minimum central pressure is 1,009 mb (29.80 inches).

Hazards affecting land

None.

Next Advisory

Next complete advisory at 5 a.m.