Tropical Storm Gilma Strengthens in the Eastern Pacific

The storm is forecast to remain away from land, posing no immediate threat to coastal areas.

Tropical Storm Gilma has developed in the eastern Pacific Ocean with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph.
The storm is located approximately 670 miles southwest of Baja California's southern tip.
Forecasts predict Gilma will slowly strengthen over the next few days.
No coastal watches or warnings are currently in effect for the storm.
Hurricane Ernesto in the northeastern Atlantic is causing dangerous rip currents along the U.S. East Coast.