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Hurricane Rina is now a very strong Category 2 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 110mph and a central pressure of 970mb and falling. Hurricane warnings are in effect for the eastern Yucatan coastline including popular vacation spots such as Cozumel, Playa Del Carmen, and Cancun. Rina is forecast to further strengthen over the next 48hrs into a major Category 3 storm. Any preparations to preserve life and property must be rushed to completion as conditions will quickly deteriorate in warned areas. A storm surge of 5-7ft is anticipated along immediate coastal areas. Rina will also bring 8-16 inches of rain which will most certainly cause flash flooding. Conditions will begin to decline Wednesday afternoon/evening through Thursday. This is a dangerous storm, if you are in the projected path have an emergency plan. Updates will come as conditions warrant. See http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ for more detailed information.
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