(CNN) – The first tropical storm of the 2021 East Pacific hurricane season formed Sunday off the southwest coast of Mexico.

Tropical Storm Andres is the oldest to have formed in Satellite Age records in the eastern Pacific, overtaking Adrián in 2017.

In addition, the Andres meteorological phenomenon is also characterized by development prior to the official start of the hurricane season in the eastern Pacific, which begins on May 15th.

This is not the first time that a tropical system has developed before the official start of the hurricane season. In three of the past five years, a tropical depression or tropical storm has formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean before the official season.

Andres begins the hurricane season: these are his characteristics

This system began forming on Friday, and has since strengthened in a tropical storm. Andrés is currently experiencing 40 mph winds and is traveling northwest at about 10 mph.

“Increasing wind shear from southwest to west and drier air to the west of the hurricane should prevent any major additional strengthening,” National Hurricane Center (NHC).

The system is expected to maintain its strength from the tropical storm until Monday morning. Then, the storm is expected to gradually wane and the system will turn to a bottom remaining on Tuesday as it traverses the waters of the eastern Pacific.

Hurricane season starts early

The Pacific Ocean isn’t the only ocean basin to have seen pre-season tropical activity in recent years. Over the past six years, the Atlantic has also named at least one form of the equatorial system before the season’s official start on June 1. An above average hurricane season is expected in the Atlantic Ocean this year.

That is why the National Hurricane Center has decided that, starting this year, it will release its routine “Tropical Climate Outlook” exercise. As of May 15thIn order to better serve the communities affected by tropical systems in the early season.

No matter what ocean basin you live in, it only takes one storm to make the season effective. Therefore, it is imperative to start preparing for the hurricane season.

This can be done by reviewing and verifying your evacuation plans Supply kit Until now. Some areas that were severely affected in 2020 may still be recovering, and some roads or bridges could still be repaired.

“You can also make a list of items to replenish emergency supplies for hurricanes and start thinking about how to prepare your home for the upcoming hurricane season,” the hurricane center said.

It only takes one storm to change your life and your community. If you live in an area prone to tropical cyclones, you need to be prepared. Find out how to do this during Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 9-15, 2021). https://t.co/fe8AEfvAzN # Tornado # Strong hurricane pic.twitter.com/5msRvHM9jI

– National Hurricane Center (NHC_Atlantic) May 5, 2021

The National Week Hurricane preparedness lasts from May 9-15, with daily themes to help people plan for the upcoming hurricane season.