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Tropical Storm Sara Forms In Caribbean, Expected To Move Toward FL
The newly formed Tropical Storm Sara will bring heavy rains to Central America before moving into the Gulf toward Florida, forecasters said.

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The newly formed Tropical Storm Sara will bring heavy rains to Central America before moving into the Gulf toward Florida, forecasters said.

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