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Florida is preparing for Tropical Depression 9, which is expected to become Tropical Storm Imelda, with the storm passing offshore and causing increased surf, wind gusts up to 40 mph, and up to 3 inches of rain along the coast, primarily impacting the wind conditions and surf rather than causing widespread flooding.
Hawaii is bracing for monster waves reaching up to 45 feet in height as a sizable northwest swell is expected to impact the island chain through Friday, prompting the issuance of High Surf Warnings for various shores. The powerful swell originates from a storm north of Hawaii and is anticipated to cause significant coastal impacts, with preparations urged for potential inundation of beaches, affecting coastal properties and roadways. The National Weather Service has warned of powerful longshore and rip currents, urging caution and distance from the shoreline.
Hurricane Lee is approaching with uncertain impacts on Maine, as its track may shift westward. Coastal areas are expected to be affected, but the extent of other impacts remains to be determined.