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ATLANTIC OCEAN — Tropical Storm Lee has formed in the Atlantic Ocean.
It is expected to become a powerful hurricane as it moves West through the tropical Atlantic. Current computer models continue to turn this storm early as it approaches the East Coast.
Well as expected #Lee is officially on the map. Models start the turning process pretty early...let's hope that continues!!!!! pic.twitter.com/0mfSpzQ43o
— John Ahrens (@JohnAhrensWSOC9) September 5, 2023
At this time, Tropical Storm Lee will be parallel to the Carolina coastline by the end of next week.
Severe Weather Center 9 is keeping a close eye on the storm and any potential impacts to the Carolinas.
(WATCH BELOW: Destructive storms wreak havoc in Mooresville)
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