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A tropical storm watch is in effect for a portion of Florida's east coast as Tropical Depression 9 tracks toward the U.S.

The system is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Imelda and could become a hurricane by late Monday or early Tuesday.

Most forecast models keep the storm offshore, but impacts like heavy rain, strong winds, and dangerous surf are still anticipated.

Residents in the Bahamas, Florida, and the Carolinas are advised to monitor the forecast and have their emergency plans ready.

A tropical storm watch remains in effect for a portion of Florida's east coast Sunday, Sept. 28, as Tropical Depression 9 tracks toward the southeast U.S. coast, expected to become Tropical Storm Imelda later today, according to the latest advisory from the Nation

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