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Strong Winds Caused by Hurricane Dolly Strike Palm Trees and Cars
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MEXICO: July 24, 2008


Strong winds caused by Hurricane Dolly strike palm trees and cars in Matamoros.


Hurricane Dolly strengthened on Wednesday as it neared southern Texas, and was expected to lash low-lying areas on the U.S.-Mexico border with winds of 100 mph (160 kph) and torrential rain when it comes ashore around mid-day.



Story by Tomas Bravo


Photo by TOMAS BRAVO


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