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October 31, 2007

Tropical storm Noel on its way to Florida

The National Weather Service is warning southern Floridians to look out for winds gusting over 25 miles per hour, strong rip currents;15-foot seas; and even a “remote …possibility of a weak tornado or waterspout.”

Tropical storm Noel is expected to strengthen during the next 36 to 48 hours, according to the service’s National Hurricane Center. Wind and rain advisories may turn into a tropical storm warning within a day or two.

The storm, which is responsible for more than 45 deaths in the western Caribbean, is expected to approach Florida in the next few days.3

See video of the storm's aftermath in the Caribbean and current conditions in Florida.

Officials say that despite some rain in Florida, the storm is not expected to bring relief to areas of the Southeast experiencing drought.

-- with reports from The Associated Press

Posted by Brandie Jefferson  at 12:09 PM | Permalink

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