Tropical Storm Octave Moves West-Northwest Off Baja Coast
• Tropical Storm Octave is located 1,055 miles west-southwest of Baja California, moving west-northwest at 8 mph with 50 mph winds.
• Slight strengthening is possible this weekend; the storm is expected to slow and turn north Sunday, then east early next week.
• Tropical-storm-force winds extend 70 miles from the center; residents should monitor updates and review emergency plans.
Octave's location, intensity, and projected path
Tropical Storm Octave is about 1,055 miles west-southwest of Baja California. It has sustained winds of 50 mph and is moving west-northwest at 8 mph. Forecasters predict slight intensification over the weekend. The storm is expected to slow down, turn north on Sunday, and then east early next week. Tropical-storm-force winds reach up to 70 miles from the center.
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