Wind and Rain From Tropical Storm Laura Whip Caguas, Puerto Rico
Tropical Storm Laura strengthened as it approached Puerto Rico on Saturday, August 22, the National Hurricane Center said, as residents reported heavy rain and strong winds in the early afternoon.
The center of the storm was expected to move away from Puerto Rico as it headed for the Dominican Republic during the night.
Maximum sustained winds increased to near 50 mph (85 km/h) with higher gusts by 2pm ET on Saturday. This footage was posted by Carlos Correa, who said it showed the conditions in Caguas, in the east of Puerto Rico. Credit: Carlos Correa via Storyful
