Hurricane Ernesto: Path, Impacts, and Latest Updates
Live Tracking, Satellite Imagery, and Forecasts
Live satellite images and forecasting models provide real-time updates on Hurricane Ernesto's trajectory and intensity. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has designated Ernesto as a Category 1 hurricane in the Sargasso Sea as of Thursday morning Eastern time.
Hurricane Category and Location
Ernesto's maximum sustained winds are estimated at 85 mph, and the hurricane is approximately 175 miles east-northeast of Grand Turk Island.
Forecasted Eye Path
The NHC has issued an updated forecast track, predicting Ernesto's eye to pass north of the Dominican Republic, then turn westward and approach the Bahamas by Friday.
Ernesto's Impact on Puerto Rico
Before moving away from the island on Wednesday afternoon, Hurricane Ernesto brought heavy rainfall and flooding to Puerto Rico. The storm caused significant damage to infrastructure and power outages, affecting thousands of residents.
Weakening into a Tropical Depression
As Tropical Storm Ernesto moved into inland Mexico, it gradually weakened and was downgraded to a tropical depression on Wednesday evening. Despite the downgrade, Ernesto still brought heavy rains, causing flooding and mudslides that resulted in the tragic loss of seven lives.
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