Hurricane Kirk to Impact UK After U.S. Swells

Hurricane Kirk, currently a Category 4 storm, is moving northwest in the Atlantic and is expected to weaken before reaching northwest Europe next week, potentially bringing disruptive weather to the UK and France. The Met Office warns of heavy rain and strong winds, particularly affecting England and Wales, although the storm's exact track is uncertain. Additionally, large swells generated by Kirk will affect the U.S. East Coast, causing dangerous surf and rip current conditions. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie has formed in the Atlantic and is predicted to become a hurricane but is not expected to threaten land. A potential low-pressure system is forming in the Gulf of Mexico, with a 40% chance of developing into a tropical system next week.