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Tropical Storm Cristobal forms in the Atlantic Ocean well away from the Azores
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Rubén Rosario , as published by WSVN 7 News
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The National Hurricane Center in Miami reports that there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect for this storm.
A tropical storm has formed in the Atlantic Ocean, according to forecasters. The storm, named Cristobal, is located well west of the Azores. The National Hurricane Center in Miami reports that there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect for this storm.
It is expected to dissipate by Thursday. Further information on Tropical Storm Cristobal and other weather systems is available from the National Hurricane Center in Miami. They are also monitoring a potential tropical cyclone in the Pacific Ocean, but details on this system are not directly relevant to the Miami area.
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Category: weather Published: August 12, 2026 Source: WSVN 7 News Reading time: 1 min
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