Michael Weeks, Bermuda's national security minister, warned, "Folks, be under no illusion. This storm is the real deal," emphasizing the severe threat Hurricane Ernesto posed to the territory.
The US National Hurricane Center reported sustained winds of 100mph, with the storm's potential to drop up to 9 inches of rain, exacerbating the risk of flooding for Bermuda.
Warren Darrell expressed a cautious optimism amidst the storm preparations, stating, "I'm ready to play games with my daughters and wait... I'm a bit worried, but I think we'll overcome."
The power utility Belco reported that Hurricane Ernesto knocked out power for 5,400 customers, prompting them to recall repair crews due to the dangerous windy conditions.
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