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Subtropical Storm Ernesto forms in northern Atlantic Ocean

Subtropical Storm Ernesto forms in the Atlantic Ocean
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Subtropical Storm Ernesto developed Wednesday in the Atlantic Ocean about 695 miles southeast of Cape Race, Newfoundland.

The storm will not impact the United States. 

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The storm is moving toward the north near 8 mph and a turn toward the north-northeast is expected later today, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Ernesto has 40 mph winds and additional strengthening is possible.

Ernesto is expected to become a
post-tropical cyclone Thursday night or early Friday, the National Hurricane Center said.

 

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