At a Glance

Dorian is now a Category 4 major hurricane moving through the western Atlantic Ocean.A hurricane warning has been issued for the northwestern Bahamas.Dorian will threaten parts of the Bahamas and the southeastern U.S. over Labor Day weekend.The most likely scenario is a track near the Florida Peninsula late in the weekend, but exact details will change.Residents from the northern Gulf Coast to Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas should monitor forecasts closely.

Dorian has strengthened into a major hurricane, posing a prolonged danger that may last days in Florida and the southeastern United States beginning Labor Day weekend.

For the latest on this dangerous hurricane, check out our latest forecast article .