Hurricane Imelda to approach Bermuda
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Hurricane Imelda will continue to bring impacts to the Southeast U.S. as it heads toward Bermuda. Here's the latest forecast maps and tracking information to stay up-to-date on the storm's path and potential impacts.
Tropical Storm Imelda was nearly a hurricane on Tuesday morning, and the storm has made the long-anticipated turn away from the United States. Bermuda may not be so lucky however, and is facing the possibility of a direct hit from Imelda on Wednesday.
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