Hurricane Ernesto strengthened into a Category 2 storm Thursday night as it barreled toward Bermuda after leaving hundreds of thousands of people in Puerto Rico without power or water. Sweltering heat enveloped the U.S. territory, raising concerns about people’s health.
Ernesto grows into Cat 2 hurricane as it aims for Bermuda, leaving many in Puerto Rico without power
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