A TROPICAL cyclone forming out in the Atlantic could bring inclement weather by the end of the week.

As Tropical Storm Ernesto maintains a staggered gait through the Caribbean, forecasters predict depression Florence will chart a westerly course near the island chain.

The depression was located about 2590 km east of the Northern Leeward Islands yesterday afternoon with maximum sustained winds of 35 mph.

Projected to become the season’s first hurricane, TS Ernesto strengthened yesterday as it continues its track across the Caribbean with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph. The storm is expected to make a direct hit along the coast of Belize off Mexico tomorrow.

Check out The Tribune’s official website, www.tribune242.com for any updates on the storm.