ORLANDO, Fla. – Hurricane Melissa is showing signs of getting stronger early Thursday as it races northeast across the Atlantic .

Overnight satellite data revealed a well-defined mid-level eyewall and even hints of a developing eye surrounded by deep thunderstorms.

Melissa’s winds have been increased to around 105 mph, making it a strong Category 2 hurricane.

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Air Force Hurricane Hunter aircraft are scheduled to investigate the storm later in the day.

Melissa was moving quickly to the northeast at about 20 mph as it pulls away from the Bahamas and heads toward Bermuda. The storm’s center is expected to pass just northwest of the island Thursday night, and a Hurricane Warning remains in effect for Bermuda.

After passing Be

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