tropical weather

Francine Weakens Moving Inland From Gulf Coast After Hurricane Winds Cause Blackouts
The storm was forecast to be downgraded to a tropical depression Thursday as it churned northward over Mississippi, the National Hurricane Center said.
By Jack Brook and Sara Cline, AP

Ernesto Regains Hurricane Strength, Sends Dangerous Rip Currents To East Coast
More strengthening was forecast before Ernesto weakens and becomes a post-tropical cyclone on Tuesday, the National Hurricane Center said.
By Ron Todt, AP