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Tropical Storm Andrea, first of Atlantic hurricane season, has formed

Jun 24, 2025, 7:19 AM | Updated: 10:16 am

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BY ASSOCIATED PRESS


MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Andrea, the first tropical storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, has formed, the National Hurricane Center said Tuesday.

Andrea formed 1,205 miles (1,940 kilometers) west of the Azores, forecasters said. Maximum sustained winds were at 40 mph (65 mph) and the cyclone was traveling east-northeast at 17 mph (28 mph).

The tropical storm is expected to be short-lived. Andrea is forecast to weaken Tuesday night and dissipate by Wednesday night.

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