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Good morning.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Irma weakens to a tropical storm.

The storm had maximum sustained winds of 70 miles per hour this morning, and forecasters expected it to remain inland as it moves north. Check here for the latest.

At least four deaths have been reported in Florida, where almost six million people are without power. The state is accustomed to hurricanes, but this one is different.