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The next Atlantic storm will be named Dolly, but it's not connected to Parton's death
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· August 26, 2026
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Key points The World Meteorological Organization sets these procedures, which include reusing lists of names every six years. Storm systems are given names based on procedures.
Storm systems are given names based on procedures. The World Meteorological Organization sets these procedures, which include reusing lists of names every six years. The lists for the Atlantic region are alphabetical and alternate between male and female names.
A weather system off Africa is being monitored and may strengthen into a named storm. Earlier in the season, storms like Arthur and Bertha brought rain to parts of the US.
The next storm to develop will be named Dolly, a coincidence unrelated to recent events. Further information is available from the source.
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Category: News Published: August 26, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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