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Rachel triggers first Southern California tropical storm watch since 2023
Original: Rachel prompts 1st Southern California tropical storm watch since 2023
Tropical Storm Rachel has prompted the first tropical storm watch issued for Southern California since 2023, according to The Weather Channel. The watch signals that tropical-storm conditions, including heavy rain and gusty winds, are possible in the region, a rare occurrence for the usually dry Southern California coast.
Why now: Tropical storm watches are extremely rare in Southern California, making this an unusual and closely watched weather event.
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- Rachel prompts 1st Southern California tropical storm watch since 2023 · The Weather Channel
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