Tropical Storm Florence formed south of the Cape Verde Islands off the coast of Senegal, from a strong tropical wave. This storm is moving generally westerly at 14 to 17 mph. This storm is entering an area of the Atlantic where slight additional development is possible. However, it may be interacting with an Atlantic High Pressure area and be moved to the north, away from the US.
We will post updates as needed and if further strengthening or direction changes take place.
For official information on all named storms, please visit the National Hurricane Center site located here:
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Tropical Storm Research Center, Gulf Shores, Alabama
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