Pacific Storm Forms

Tropical Storm Norbert forms in the Pacific Ocean and poses no threat to land.

Tropical Storm Norbert formed in the Pacific Ocean and is not threatening land. The storm is currently 685 miles (1,102 kilometers) southwest of the Baja California peninsula of Mexico. It has maximum sustained winds of 40 mph (64 kph) and is moving west. There are currently no coastal watches or warnings in effect. Forecasters predict gradual strengthening over the coming days.