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Tropical Storm Imelda is moving slowly north on a path parallel to Florida's coast.

While Imelda is expected to remain offshore, indirect impacts are expected in Florida.

Watch for life-threatening rip currents and rough surf, with rainfall up to 4 inches possible in some locations.

While Tropical Storm Imelda is forecast to become a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean on Tuesday, Sept. 30, according to the National Hurricane Center, it is expected to remain offshore, and the Sarasota and Bradenton area should not be impacted.

Imelda is moving toward the north near 9 mph, and a generally northward motion is expected to continue today. On Tuesday, Imelda is expected to turn sharply to the east-northeast.

While Imelda is expected to remain offshore, indirect impacts t

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