Tropical Depression 13 forms in Atlantic, could become 'major hurricane' by end of week

The tropical depression is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Lee late Tuesday or early Wednesday.

By Gina MartinezA new tropical depression has formed in the Atlantic and is forecast to become a powerful hurricane by the end of the week, according to theOn Tuesday, the center of Tropical Depression Thirteen, which formed between Western Africa and the Windward Islands, is expected to continue to move toward the west-northwest at 15 mph with sustained winds of 35 mph, according to the NHC.

11AM AST Sep 5: Tropical Depression 13 forms in the Central Atlantic, forecast to become a powerful hurricane by the end of the week. Interests in the Leeward Islands should monitor the progress of this system at

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