The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is currently monitoring three systems in the Atlantic: Tropical Storm Dexter, a disturbance off the coast of Florida, and a tropical wave in the central Atlantic. Tropical Storm Dexter is moving northeast over open waters and is expected to strengthen, potentially becoming a weak hurricane by Friday. Meanwhile, two other areas of interest are being watched for potential development over the next seven days, with the tropical wave coming off the west coast of Africa and near the Cabo Verde Islands showing the highest probability of formation. This system, designated Invest 97L, has recently developed a pronounced circulation and now carries a high chance of developing into a tropical cyclone next week, with the NHC assigning a 40% probability. Forecasters have noted increased tropical activity in the Atlantic basin, with some models suggesting the season's first hurricane may be forming soon. Despite online speculation about severe hurricanes impacting Florida later in August, officials emphasize there is currently no cause for concern regarding immediate threats to the U.S. East Coast.