First major hurricane of the season intensifies to Category 5
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Hurricane Erin has become a rare and “catastrophic” Category 5 hurricane with sustained winds near 160 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Breakdown
- Hurricane Aaron has intensified to Category 5 with winds near 160 mph. 5s
- Aaron is the Atlantic's first major hurricane of the season. 9s
- The storm could double or triple in size by the middle of next week. 13s
- Aaron is expected to remain a Category 5 hurricane for at least 24 to 36 hours. 23s
- Life-threatening surf and rip currents are expected along the Bahamas, US East Coast, and Canadian coast. 36s