At 11 a.m. EDT, Hanna was located 375 miles south-southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina, and is moving to the northwest at 20 mph. Maximum winds near the center have remained at 65 mph.
Even though Hanna remains offshore, its influence along the Southeast coast is already being felt. Rotating bands of heavy rain and gusty winds are spinning along the shores of South Carolina. Occasional tornadoes are also being spawned by Hanna especially along the South Carolina coast. While drivers are advised to avoid going out as weather conditions deteriorate, those venturing out during the storm are cautioned to slow down, maintain safe following distances, and be aware of their surroundings.
Hurricane Ike rapidly gained strength on Thursday in the central Atlantic Basin but overnight and early this morning it has lost some intensity. As of 11 a.m. ET, Ike was located 550 miles east-northeast of the Grand Turk Island.
Additionally, we also continue to monitor Tropical Storm Josephine which is located 425 miles west of the southernmost Cape Verde Islands.
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