1.   But its meteorologists warned residents in Atlantic and Gulf states still to be prepared for the worst.

2.   Once the storm reaches the eastern tip of Cuba, however, its course becomes less predictable, and meteorologists warn that it could take a turn.

3.   Some private meteorologists this morning warned of cold temperatures later this month, which could damage production at a time of tight supplies.

4.   Before the storm, meteorologists warned that mountain erosion and poor maintenance of drainage systems could exacerbate flooding.

5.   But meteorologists warned that the seas could grow rough next week, complicating the salvage effort.

6.   However, meteorologists have warned that the seas could grow rough next week, complicating the salvage effort.

7.   In the northern Alps, meteorologists warned of the high risk of avalanche following the heavy snowfalls.

8.   In the northern Alps, meteorologists warned of the high risk of avalanches following the heavy snowfalls.

9.   Meteorologists warned Monday that an approaching typhoon was likely to dump heavy rains over wide areas of central, eastern and northern Japan.

10.   Meteorologists also warned of hail and rain over much of central Mexico.