Tropical Storm Frances is still very large, covering most of Florida. She is expected to move out over the Gulf later tonight or early tomorrow where she may regain her hurricane strength. Currently she has 65 mph winds. 40 mph is a minimal Tropical Storm.
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Meanwhile Ivan has revved up to a Major Category 4 Hurricane, with winds at 135. Some strengthening is forecast. 155 is the threshold for a Category 5. He's 760 miles out from the Barbados. There is a hurricane watch up for the Barbados.
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Meanwhile Ivan has revved up to a Major Category 4 Hurricane, with winds at 135. Some strengthening is forecast. 155 is the threshold for a Category 5. He's 760 miles out from the Barbados. There is a hurricane watch up for the Barbados.