tropical storm: Quick Facts

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Oct. 21, 2026

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Tropical Storm Vance has formed in the Pacific Ocean • Oct. 21, 2026, 5:12 PM ET (AP)

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World map showing the tracks and frequency of tropical cyclones and tropical storms.

3D cross-sectional illustration of a hurricane over ocean, showing cloud bands and vertical structure of storm systems.

Satellite image of a large hurricane with a defined eye over the Gulf of Mexico, approaching the U.S. Gulf Coast.

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