Hurricane Ernesto Causes Major Power Outages and Flooding in Puerto Rico

The storm, now a Category 1 hurricane, continues to strengthen as it heads toward Bermuda, threatening further damage.

Ernesto has left nearly half of Puerto Rico without power and caused severe flooding in multiple regions.
The storm's winds have reached up to 75 mph, with significant damage reported in the Virgin Islands and eastern Puerto Rico.
Authorities have issued warnings for heavy swells and rip currents along the US East Coast.
Ernesto is expected to become a Category 3 hurricane before approaching Bermuda later this week.
Climate change has significantly contributed to the storm's intensity, with record-warm ocean temperatures fueling its growth.