The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service has advised that Tropical Storm Erin, currently located in the central tropical Atlantic, is expected to strengthen in the coming days and may develop into a hurricane later this week.

Forecasters say the system poses no immediate threat to the Leeward Islands or the British Virgin Islands but will be monitored closely.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed by following official updates from the Meteorological Service as the storm progresses.