Hurricane Ernesto Churns Towards Newfoundland and potentially bringing stormy weather to the United Kingdom
A powerful Hurricane Ernesto is barreling towards Newfoundland after wreaking havoc in Bermuda. The Category 1 storm made landfall on the island nation on Sunday, bringing destructive winds, heavy rain, and life-threatening surf.
While Bermuda has largely escaped major damage, the storm's impact has been felt across the region. Two people have tragically lost their lives in South Carolina due to rip currents generated by Ernesto.
Hurricane Ernesto wreaked havoc in the US
It didn't make it to land, but the coastline suffered from the strong surge, destroying many homes.#flood #storm #usa #uk pic.twitter.com/paHUmI4kXR
— City Weather (@ukcityweather) August 21, 2024
As the hurricane approaches Newfoundland, residents are being urged to prepare for heavy rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. A storm surge is expected to affect the southeastern coast of the island.
After impacting Newfoundland, Ernesto is forecast to weaken into a post-tropical cyclone before crossing the Atlantic Ocean and potentially bringing stormy weather to the United Kingdom later this week.
Meteorologists are closely monitoring the storm's path and urging coastal communities to stay informed and prepared.