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Tropical Storm Dolly and the Dolly Parton Coincidence | Oakland News
Tropical Storm Dolly just formed in the Atlantic — the fourth named storm of a quieter-than-expected season, thanks to El Niño. While forecasters say it’s unlikely to become a major threat and may fade into a tropical wave before reaching the Leeward Islands by Saturday, heavy rain and flash flooding remain possible through Sunday in the Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and Hispaniola through Monday. A fun twist? The storm shares its name with the late Dolly Parton — names are chosen years in advance by a global meteorological panel, alphabetically. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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