The Wednesday news briefing: An at-a-glance survey of some top stories
Highlights from the news file for Wednesday, Oct. 5
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HURRICANE LIKELY TO MISS CANADA: The Canadian Hurricane Centre says the latest computer models suggest hurricane Matthew is unlikely to pose much of a threat to Canada’s East Coast. Meteorologist Bob Robichaud says the powerful, slow-moving storm is now expected to veer off into the Atlantic Ocean after scraping along the coast of Florida and may double back for another run at the state. He says earlier models had suggested the Category 3 hurricane could slam into the Maritimes late on the holiday weekend, prompting marinas and ports to begin securing boats and cargo.
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