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Isaias becomes major category three storm before landfall
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Isaias, the first hurricane of the Atlantic season has been continuing to strengthen and is now a category three 'major' hurricane.
Isaias, the first hurricane of the Atlantic season has been continuing to strengthen and is now a category three 'major' hurricane.
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