Hurricane Ernesto Weakens but Still Threatens Bermuda with Powerful Winds and Flooding

Hurricane Ernesto, downgraded to a Category 1 storm, is approaching Bermuda, bringing strong winds, dangerous storm surge, and potential flooding. The storm is expected to pass near or over the island territory on Saturday morning, with the worst of the storm surge and flash flood potential anticipated later in the day. Bermuda is bracing for a lengthy pummeling from the large and slow-moving storm.

Hurricane Ernesto Heads Toward Bermuda After Battering Puerto Rico

Hurricane Ernesto, after causing flooding and damaging winds in Puerto Rico and the Lesser Antilles, is now heading toward Bermuda, posing a significant threat to the island. The storm is expected to strengthen and could reach near-major hurricane status before making its closest approach to Bermuda on Saturday. Meanwhile, Ernesto’s swells are causing dangerous rip currents along the US East Coast.

Hurricane Ernesto Batters Puerto Rico, Threatens Bermuda

Hurricane Ernesto, a Category 1 storm, brought heavy rain and power outages to Puerto Rico before moving towards Bermuda. The storm is expected to strengthen and could become a Category 3 hurricane by Friday. Bermuda is under a hurricane watch with tropical storm conditions possible on Friday and hurricane conditions possible on Saturday. Ernesto’s impact on Puerto Rico highlights the island’s ongoing struggle to rebuild its power grid after Hurricane Maria in 2017.

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