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Tropical Storm Cristobal forms in the Atlantic and another could follow
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Meteorologist Mary Gilbert , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway It is known as Tropical Storm Cristobal and has winds of 45 mph.
A storm has formed in the northern Atlantic. It is known as Tropical Storm Cristobal and has winds of 45 mph. This development comes after a period of quiet in the Atlantic hurricane season.
Further details about the storm's forecast are available. The National Hurricane Center is tracking its progress. Another area in the tropical Atlantic is being monitored for potential development into a tropical depression, with a high chance of this occurring.
For more information, readers can refer to the original report from KXXV News.
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Category: local Published: August 12, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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