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Tropical Storm Watch


   Weather TermDescription / Definition
   Tropical Storm Watch An announcement that a tropical storm poses or tropical storm conditions pose a threat to coastal areas generally within 36 hours. A tropical storm watch should normally not be issued if the system is forecast to attain hurricane strength.


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