In brief
As Hurricane Humberto approaches Bermuda with maximum sustained winds of 100 mph, Tropical Storm Imelda is closely following, set to impact the region shortly. Authorities urge residents to prepare for severe weather, including heavy rains and potential flooding. Earlier, Imelda caused casualties in Cuba, highlighting the storms' dangerous potential.
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The outer bands of Hurricane Humberto are making their way to Bermuda as another storm, Hurricane Imelda, approaches the region. A hurricane watch is currently in effect for Bermuda, warning residents about potential hazards like dangerous seas, strong winds, and heavy rainfall.
According to the National Hurricane Center in Miami, Humberto, a Category 2 storm, is located about 275 miles (440 kilometers) west of Bermuda, boasting maximum sustained winds of 100 mph (155 kph) and moving north-northwest at 17 mph (28 kph). Humberto is expected to pass well west and north of Bermuda on Tuesday and Wednesday morning.
In the meantime, Imelda, now situated around 180 miles (290 kilometers) north of Great Abaco Island, has maximum sustained winds of 75 mph (120 kph) and is moving northeast at 7 mph (11 kph). It is forecasted to pass near or over Bermuda on Wednesday afternoon as a Category 2 hurricane, potentially bringing up to 4 inches (10 centimeters) of rainfall.
Bermuda's Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, urged the public to prepare for what he described as “a serious week of weather.” He reassured that Bermuda, known for its resilient concrete structures, is better equipped to face severe storms.
Earlier in the week, Imelda caused tragic consequences in Cuba, where two individuals lost their lives due to the storm's impacts in Santiago de Cuba province.
Flooding was reported to have severed access to 17 communities, affecting over 24,000 individuals. Evacuations in Guantánamo province involved more than 18,000 people, signifying the urgent response to the unfolding climatic situation.
While Humberto is ushering in potential dangers around Bermuda, Imelda continues to affect Southeast North Carolina, raising alarms about flash flooding risks.
