Caribbean officials warn of heavy rains and big waves as Tropical Storm Erin nears
The storm is expected to remain over open waters and move north-northeast of islands including Antigua and Barbuda, the U.S. British and Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, according to the National Hurricane Center in Miami.
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Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Phoenix area
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