Storm Named Dolly Unrelated to Late Singer, Weather Agency Clarifies
The National Hurricane Center confirmed that the tropical storm named Dolly is a coincidence, not a tribute to Dolly Parton. The name has been on a rotating list since 1996, replacing Diana after the 1990 hurricane season. Forecasters expect the storm to remain weak, with winds around 45 mph, and dissipate by Monday.
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