Tropical Storm Lee approaches hurricane strength, forecast to become Cat. 4
Tropical Storm Lee was approaching hurricane strength early Wednesday morning, with maximum sustained winds at 65 miles an hour.
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Tropical Storm Lee was approaching hurricane strength early Wednesday morning, with maximum sustained winds at 65 miles an hour.
The National Hurricane Center said a low-pressure system in the central Atlantic formed into Tropical Depression #13.
A day after Hurricane Idalia hit the state of Florida as a Category 3 storm, Tropical Storm Jose formed in the Atlantic. Forecasters are also watching two other areas for possible development.
Last year it was Hurricane Ian, this time it was Hurricane Idalia. The Tampa Bay area hasn't been hit directly by a major hurricane for more than a century.
If you're concerned about a potential storm surge, use a map created by the National Weather Service to check expected water rise levels in your area.