
Meteorologists note an ‘astounding coincidence’ after Dolly Parton’s death
Roger Edwards, a meteorologist who retired from NOAA, called the timing an astounding coincidence. The next Atlantic name is Dolly. It was picked decades ago.
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Roger Edwards, a meteorologist who retired from NOAA, called the timing an astounding coincidence. The next Atlantic name is Dolly. It was picked decades ago.

The National Hurricane Center is tracking two Atlantic disturbances, with one having a 50% chance of formation over the next seven days.

NHC is tracking Tropical Storm Cristobal and two tropical disturbances in the Atlantic, with one system showing a 80% chance of tropical cyclone formation over the next seven days.

The National Weather Service has designated May 3 through May 9 as Hurricane Preparedness Week, encouraging residents to prepare ahead of the June 1 start of hurricane season. Officials urge households to review evacuation plans, build emergency kits and stay informed on storm alerts to reduce risks and improve safety.

