Tropical Storm Dolly downgraded to ‘open tropical wave’ as it heads to Caribbean
Remnants from tropical storm could cause heavy rainfall on Leeward Islands and affect Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Hispaniola
TL;DR
- Tropical Storm Dolly has been downgraded to an open tropical wave.
- The remnants of Dolly are expected to bring heavy rainfall to the Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and Hispaniola.
- The storm's name is a coincidence and has no connection to Dolly Parton.
- El Niño conditions are contributing to a quieter Atlantic hurricane season by increasing wind shear.
- No coastal watches or warnings are currently in effect.