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Hurricane Dorian is currently a Category 2 Hurricane. Its sustained winds are 110 MPH and its gusts are 125 MPH. This hurricane is 1-2 MPH under a Category 3 storm. Remember, the highest category is 5.

Its moving northwest at 12 MPH. By Wednesday, September 4th, it will make landfall on Florida, being a CATEGORY 4. Please read on how to prepare for a Hurricane. Article 1. Article 2.

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Things to know about Dorian and Hurricanes (Helping for Emergency Preparation):

Currently, the Hurricane would be a CATEGORY 4, making landfall on Florida on September 4th. It wont just hit Florida. Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama will be hit with these winds. Up to 10 inches of rain are expected currently. Flash floods are very likely. Please stay in tune with your weather channel about the storm for more later news. source

Category 4 hurricanes have maximum sustained winds of 130 to 156 mph. Gusts can be 30% higher or more than the sustained winds. Mobile homes, buildings without fixed structures, and sheds can be completely destroyed. source

Reminder that there is also flying debris, trees, and power lines.

DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE CATEGORY 1 HURRICANES. Category 1 winds can reach up to 74 to 95 mph, causing damages to power lines and well-constructed homes. Power outages can last for days or even a week. See the picture below:

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Hurricane Dorian’s path is expected to reach Florida by possibly Tuesday, September 3rd. It would be a Category 3 Hurricane when it hits the coasts of Florida. However, it will weaken immediately back to a Category 1 Hurricane by Wednesday, September 4th.

The Hurricane’s current location is above Puerto Rico. 

Current Hurricane statistics:

Category: 1 Sustained winds: 85 MPH Wind gusts: 105 MPH Path: NW at 13 MPH Pressure: 991 MB

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