What is the current status of Hurricane Imelda?

Imelda has reached hurricane strength and is barreling toward the British territory of Bermuda, expected to hit the island as a powerful Category 2 storm.

What other areas have been affected by Hurricane Imelda?

Earlier this week, Imelda pummeled the northern Caribbean, leading to widespread flooding in eastern Cuba and causing two deaths, as well as flooding and landslides in Haiti.

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Bermuda Braces for Powerful Hurricane Imelda's Arrival

Q: How will Hurricane Imelda impact Bermuda?

Forecasts warn that Imelda will bring destructive winds, heavy rainfall, and a dangerous storm surge that could cause significant flooding in Bermuda.

1 Oct, 2025

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Hurricane Imelda expected to hit Bermuda as a Category 2 storm
Forecasts warn of destructive winds, heavy rain, and dangerous storm surge
Earlier this week, Imelda pummeled the northern Caribbean, causing flooding and two deaths

Bermuda Braces for Powerful Hurricane Imelda's Arrival

As of October 1st, 2025, Hurricane Imelda is rapidly approaching the British territory of Bermuda. Forecasters have issued a hurricane warning for the island, warning that Imelda will likely pass near or over Bermuda late on Wednesday or early Thursday, bringing with it destructive winds, heavy rainfall, and a dangerous storm surge.

Imelda, which reached hurricane strength just this past Tuesday, has already caused significant damage in the northern Caribbean earlier this week. In eastern Cuba, the storm unleashed widespread flooding, leading to the deaths of two people. Authorities in Haiti also reported one person missing and two injured due to heavy flooding in the country's southwest and northwest regions.