PHOTO: A warning sign reading ‘Danger, No Swimming’ under a red flag, indicating unsafe swimming conditions, are seen on the beach as waves crash onto the shore in Luquillo, Puerto Rico, on August 13, 2024, as Tropical Storm Ernesto approaches. (Jaydee Lee Serrano/AFP via Getty Images)
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Puerto Rico Gov. Pedro Pierluisi had warned residents to stay home starting on Tuesday evening, when the tropical storm-force winds are forecast to reach the island. Total rainfall could reach up to 10 inches in some spots.
A flash-flood warning had been issued for parts of Puerto Rico early Wednesday morning, as several inches of rain already causing flash flooding. Heavy rain and gusty winds will continue in Puerto Rico into the afternoon as Ernesto moves away.
ABC News’ Jessica Gorman contributed to this report.
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