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Hurricane Erin rapidly strengthens into Category 4, flash flood warnings issued across Caribbean
The Economic Times
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August 16, 2025
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) confirmed on Saturday that Hurricane Erin has intensified into a Category 4 storm. It is currently positioned 150 miles north-east of Anguilla with sustained winds of 130 mph and is moving west-northwest at 20...
Category 3 Hurricane Erin roars through Caribbean, forecast to intensify further
Firstpost
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August 16, 2025
Hurricane Erin has strengthened into a Category 3 storm in the Caribbean, with sustained winds of 120 mph (195 kph), according to the National Hurricane Center. The storm is expected to intensify into a powerful Category 4 hurricane as it moves...
Hurricane Erin becomes a Category 4 in the Caribbean as the region braces for flooding
Public Radio Tulsa - Oklahoma
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August 16, 2025
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Erin strengthened into a powerful Category 4 hurricane in the Caribbean on Saturday and continues to intensify, the National Hurricane Center said. The storm is currently 150 miles northeast of Anguilla with maximum...
Erin intensifies to category 4 hurricane as it nears Caribbean
Sabah
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August 16, 2025
Hurricane Erin has intensified into a category 4 storm in the Caribbean, the National Hurricane Center said Saturday. The storm is currently 150 miles (240 kilometers) northeast of Anguilla with maximum sustained winds of 130 mph (215 kph). It is...
Category 5 Hurricane Erin is one of the fastest rapidly intensifying storms in Atlantic history
KMIZ ABC 17 - Missouri
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August 16, 2025
By CNN Meteorologist Mary Gilbert, Allison Chinchar, Rebekah Riess, Andrew Freedman, CNN (CNN) — Powerful Hurricane Erin has undergone a period of astonishingly rapid intensification — a phenomenon that has become far more common in recent years...
Erin becomes Category 3 hurricane in the Caribbean, expected to strengthen further
The Tribune-Democrat - Pennsylvania
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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Erin became a Category 3 hurricane in the Caribbean early Saturday and is expected to strengthen further during the day, the National Hurricane Center reported. The storm is currently 170 miles (275 kilometers) northeast of...
Hurricane Erin strengthens to Category 3 as Caribbean braces for flash floods, landslides
Malay Mail
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August 16, 2025
WASHHINGTON, Aug 16 — Hurricane Erin strengthened rapidly to a Category 3 storm early today as it churned towards the Caribbean, with a warning issued that flash floods and landslides were possible. The US National Hurricane Centre (NHC) said the...
Hurricane Erin strengthens to a powerful Category 5 storm in just 24 hours
KGUN - Arizona
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August 16, 2025
Hurricane Erin exploded in strength to a Category 5 storm in the Caribbean on Saturday, rapidly powering up from a tropical storm in a single day, the National Hurricane Center said. While the compact hurricane's center wasn't expected to hit...
Category 4 Hurricane Erin moves past northern Caribbean islands but not forecast to hit land
WCNC - North Carolina
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August 16, 2025
While it is not forecasted to hit land, strong winds are affecting nearby islands, raising concerns about flooding and landslides. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Hurricane Erin exploded in strength and became a major storm in Atlantic waters just north...
Hurricane Erin intensifies to category 3 storm as it nears Caribbean
The Derby Informer - Kansas
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Hurricane Erin strengthened rapidly to a Category 3 storm early Saturday as it churned towards the Caribbean, with a warning issued that flash floods and landslides were possible. The US National Hurricane Center (NHC) said the storm's maximum...
Category 4 Hurricane Erin buffets northern Caribbean islands but not forecast to hit land
KNOE - Arkansas
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August 16, 2025
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Erin exploded in strength and became a major storm in Atlantic waters just north of the Caribbean on Saturday, rapidly powering up from a tropical storm in a single day and bringing heavy rains and high winds...
Dutch Caribbean brace as hurricane Erin strengthens after killing eight in Cape Verde
NL Times
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August 16, 2025
Hurricane Erin is moving across the Atlantic Ocean toward the Caribbean, where Dutch islands Saba, Sint-Eustatius, and Sint-Maarten are bracing for impact after the storm already killed at least eight people in Cape Verde. Authorities warn the...
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This Underrated Caribbean Beach Town Is a Celebrity-favorite—and It Has Stunning Beaches, Boutique Hotels, and Crystal-clear Lagoons
Travel + Leisure
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Top 5 Can’t Miss Playa Grande Beach Club is an intimate collection of artfully designed bungalows set along one of the region's best beaches. Find flavorful Dominican bites and plenty of seafood at the beachside vendors that set up shop on the...
Erin becomes a Category 4 hurricane in the Caribbean
Arab Times
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August 16, 2025
Jamie Rhome, deputy director of the National Hurricane Center, gives an update on Tropical Storm Erin at the National Hurricane Center on Aug 14. (AP) SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Aug 16, (AP): Erin strengthened into a powerful Category 4 hurricane in...
US Associated Press Erin becomes a Category 3 hurricane in the Caribbean and is expected to strengthen further
Yahoo News
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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Erin became a Category 3 hurricane in the Caribbean early Saturday and is expected to strengthen further during the day, the National Hurricane Center reported. The storm is currently 170 miles (275 kilometers)...
Tropical storm turns into hurricane as it barrels towards Caribbean
The Journal
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August 16, 2025
A TROPICAL STORM has gained pace and become a hurricane as it picks up power over the Atlantic on its path towards the Caribbean. Hurricane Erin is expected to bring heavy rain to the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico and potentially have knock-on...
Category 4 Hurricane Erin buffets northern Caribbean islands but not forecast to hit land
Hawaii News Now
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August 16, 2025
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Erin exploded in strength and became a major storm in Atlantic waters just north of the Caribbean on Saturday, rapidly powering up from a tropical storm in a single day and bringing heavy rains and high winds...
Category 4 Hurricane Erin buffets northern Caribbean islands but not forecast to hit land
Associated Press
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August 16, 2025
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Erin exploded in strength and became a major storm in Atlantic waters just north of the Caribbean on Saturday, rapidly powering up from a tropical storm in a single day and bringing heavy rains and high winds...
Caribbean Officials Warn Of Heavy Rains And Big Waves As Storm Erin Nears
The Environmental Magazine
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August 15, 2025
"SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Officials in the northern Caribbean warned Thursday of heavy rains and dangerous swells as Tropical Storm Erin approached the region. The storm is expected to remain over open waters and move north-northeast of islands...
Hurricane Erin strengthens into a Cat 2 storm as it approaches the northeast Caribbean
KATU - Oregon
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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Erin strengthened into a Category 2 storm on Friday as it approached the northeast Caribbean, prompting forecasters to warn of possible flooding and landslides. The storm is expected to remain over open...