Hurricane Ernesto expected to impact Bermuda and potentially bring dangerous beach conditions to the East Coast

Hurricane Ernesto is expected to strengthen over the Atlantic and potentially become a major hurricane, Category 3 or stronger, before reaching Bermuda early Saturday. A hurricane warning is in effect for the island, where the storm is expected to hit as a Category 2 hurricane, generating powerful winds. The storm is forecast to track well south of Nova Scotia by Monday, with a low probability of winds in Nova Scotia and a higher chance of strong winds in Newfoundland. The storm's intensity is expected to increase, with some forecasts suggesting it could become the season's second major hurricane.