SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The core of Hurricane Imelda was moving past Bermuda early Thursday as weather conditions were expected to improve around the tiny British territory that reported major power outages and downed trees, but no injuries.

A tropical storm warning remained in effect after the weather system swiped the island and then lost strength.

“With this unsettled weather, we’re asking that people still remain sheltered and stay safe,” said National Security Minister Michael Weeks.

He said crews were just starting to fan out across the island to assess damage.

The storm was located about 230 miles (370 kilometers) east of Bermuda and moving east-northeast at 30 mph (48 kph). Maximum sustained winds fell to 80 mph (130 kph).

Imelda, which has weakened to Category 1 strength

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