Hurricane Ernesto Strengthens to Category 1, Heads Toward Bermuda
Ernesto Threatens Bermuda, Could Become Major Hurricane
Hurricane Expected to Bring Heavy Rain to Caribbean, Mexico
Ernesto strengthens to hurricane in the Sargasso Sea
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported that Tropical Storm Ernesto strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane early Thursday morning in the Sargasso Sea.
Puerto Rico impacted by torrential rain, power outages
Before becoming a hurricane, Ernesto dumped torrential rain on Puerto Rico, leaving half of all customers in the U.S. territory without power.
Hurricane Ernesto on path towards Bermuda
The storm is currently headed toward Bermuda and could strengthen to a major hurricane by the end of the week.
Ernesto to bring heavy rain, possible flooding to Caribbean, Mexico
As it moves through the Caribbean, Hurricane Ernesto is expected to bring heavy rain and potential flooding to the region, including Mexico.
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Hurricane Ernesto is expected to strengthen as it moves through warm waters over the next few days. Residents in the path of the storm are advised to monitor its progress and follow safety guidelines from local authorities.
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