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Hurricane Sandy: 5 things to know
By the CNN Wire Staff
updated 5:20 AM EDT, Mon October 29, 2012
(CNN) — CNN is covering preparations up and down the eastern seaboard as Hurricane Sandy threatens to bring “superstorm” conditions.
Here are five things to know:
When’s it going to hit?
Sandy’s center is expected to be near the coast Monday night, the National Hurricane Center said. It may strengthen a bit before weakening as it moves over land.
For the latest details, follow the CNN Just In blog. CNN’s hurricane tracker has Sandy’s projected path.
Who’s in danger?
Millions of people live in areas that could see flooding, the National Hurricane Center says.
From South Carolina all the way up to Maine, people are being warned to prepare — and, in some cases, evacuate.
See details here.
See more at CNN.
October 29, 2012
World