Tropical Storm Dexter has strengthened in the Atlantic Ocean as it continues to drift away from the East Coast, the National Hurricane Center said.

The tropics remain active as Tropical Storm Dexter continues to churn in the northern Atlantic. Channel 9 meteorologists are also monitoring two other tropical disturbances that are working to become organized systems. Computer models show Dexter will become post-tropical by Wednesday or Thursday.

Tropical Storm Dexter is expected to continue strengthening and could get near hurricane strength in 48 hours.