The Government of Bermuda has upgraded the Hurricane watch to a Hurricane WARNING. This means that hurricane conditions have changed from possible to expected across the WARNING area
Fortunately, Bermuda should be spared the brunt of the storm, although tropical storm conditions are still likely. Unfortunately, Atlantic Canada will likely experience 90 mph+ wind gusts, flooding rains, and storm surges this weekend.Â
Spiral bands associated with Hurricane Fiona will continue to generate unsettled conditions across Puerto Rico and parts of the Virgin Islands today into tomorrow.
As per the U.S. National Hurricane Centre, FIONA smashed about 15 miles south-southeast of Mayaguez with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph. It was moving to the northwest at nine mph (15 kph).Â