New Tropical Depression Forms
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Posted: 5:37 AM Aug 28, 2008
 Last Updated: 8:51 AM Aug 28, 2008
 Reporter: Heather King
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The National Hurricane Center has classified a disturbance in the Atlantic Ocean as Tropical Depression #8.

Forecasters expect the depression to strengthen to a tropical storm Thursday. If it does so, the storm will be named Hannah.

TD #8 currently has sustained winds of 35 mph. It is expected to pass well north of the Leeward Islands. It's not clear yet if the storm could impact the U.S.

We'll continue to keep you updated on TD #8 and all tropical systems at witn.com in the Hurricane Center.
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Posted by: hurricane bound Location: goldsboro,nc on Aug 28, 2008 at 07:39 PM
yes we could use the rain in small amounts,we do need it !!!!but no wind
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