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Hurricane Erin explodes in strength to a Category 5 storm in the Caribbean

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Erin exploded in strength to a Category 5 storm in the Caribbean today, rapidly powering up from a tropical storm in a single day, the…

John McCarthy August 16, 2025

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Caribbean officials warn of heavy rains and big waves as Tropical Storm Erin nears

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Officials in the northern Caribbean warned today of heavy rains and dangerous swells as Tropical Storm Erin approached the region. The storm is expected to remain…

John McCarthy August 14, 2025

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Intervals of clouds and sunshine, breezy, a shower this morning, high 84

CHRISTIANSTED — St. Croix will see a shower in places this morning; otherwise, it will be breezy with intervals of clouds and sunshine and a high of 84, AccuWeather said.…

John McCarthy April 21, 2025

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AccuWeather predicts ‘explosive’ 2024 hurricane season that could break record

MIAMI – AccuWeather released its first official prediction for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season today. It doesn't look good, and the U.S. Virgin Islands won't be immune from the potential impact…

John McCarthy March 27, 2024

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4 Major Hurricanes Forecast For 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season -Colorado State University

FORT COLLINS — The 2022 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to include four major hurricanes with sustained winds of at least 111 miles per hour (178 km per hour), forecasters…

VI Free Press April 8, 2022