CNN CNNI Simulcast April 13, 2014 09:52:00
Downgraded to a category 3 right before landfall. so it was a strong 3, almost a 4. now you can see how much it has weakened as it continues to parallel the coast. of course, the friction from the land tends to disorganize it a bit and weakens it. as it continues to parallel the coastline here right along the barrier reef area where so many tourists love to come and flock to, were continuing to see some very heavy rain and strong winds and coastal flooding. take a look at some of these pictures ...
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