Hurricane Humberto strengthens to Category 4 storm
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The National Hurricane Center said Saturday that a disturbance near the Bahamas has strengthened into Tropical Depression Nine and is expected to intensify into a tropical storm later in the evening, possibly reaching hurricane strength by early next week. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. As of 11 a.m. ET, the system was about 115 miles south-southwest of the central Bahamas, with maximum sustained winds of 35 mph.
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Main Idea: Hurricane Humberto has strengthened into a Category 4 storm, while Tropical Depression Nine is also growing near the Bahamas and threatening parts of the Southeast with wind, rain, and flooding.
Key Points:
- Tropical Depression Nine was about 115 miles south-southwest of the central Bahamas and was expected to become a tropical storm later Saturday.
- Tropical storm warnings were posted for parts of the Bahamas, and a watch was issued for Florida’s east coast from Palm Beach County to Volusia County.
- Forecasters warned of flash flooding, urban flooding, and possible mudslides, with heavy rain also possible in Cuba, Jamaica, and parts of the U.S. Southeast.
- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster said people should prepare now, while Humberto is expected to stay offshore but still send dangerous waves and rip currents to nearby coasts.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Hurricane Humberto and Tropical Depression Nine can bring dangerous surf, rip currents, flooding rain, and possible evacuations that disrupt travel, work, and coastal businesses.
Positive Impact
Governor Henry McMaster’s early emergency steps may help households and communities prepare sooner and reduce storm damage.
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- Primary:Hurricane Humbertobrand / product
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- Hurricane Humbertobrand / productPrimaryEvaluated
One of the two central storm systems discussed; the article is specifically about its strengthening to Category 4.
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The other central storm system in the article, including its formation and expected intensification.
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Named elected official issuing the emergency declaration and public warning that is a major part of the story.
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Named in connection with the governor’s emergency declaration and preparedness actions.
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State agency cited as preparing equipment ahead of the storm, a supporting response detail.
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Mentioned as a place forecast to see dangerous swells and to be near the predicted track.
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Mentioned as a place expected to receive rainfall impacts from the depression.
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