Hurricane Ernesto Leaves Puerto Rico Powerless

Hurricane Ernesto, after causing significant damage in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, is now moving toward Bermuda as a Category 1 storm with sustained winds of 85 mph. Over 700,000 customers in Puerto Rico have lost power due to the storm, which has prompted widespread flooding and road closures. As authorities assess the damage, Governor Pedro Pierluisi has urged the grid manager to expedite restoration efforts, though full service restoration timelines remain unclear. Ernesto is expected to intensify into a major hurricane, threatening Bermuda with heavy rain and strong winds over the weekend. Meanwhile, recovery efforts in Puerto Rico continue, with flash flood warnings still in effect as rain totals reach nearly 10 inches in some areas. Residents along the East Coast of the U.S. have been warned to be cautious of life-threatening surf and rip currents as the storm approaches Bermuda.