Gulf of Mexico Brings Tropical Storms and Heavy Rains to Florida
TL;DR
Tropical Storm Arlene has formed in the Gulf of Mexico with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph and is moving south at 5 mph. Although it is not expected to directly impact Florida, the state will still feel indirect impacts from the system in terms of rainfall. Arlene is the first named storm of the year and is expected to weaken soon due to increasing wind shear and dry air, according to the National Hurricane Center.
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