Published on: September 8, 2008 at 5:48 AM

Hurricane Ike has lost some power early on this Monday morning with sustained winds down to 105 mph. This does not mean that he is giving up.

It is land friction because he is onshore in Cuba. He is certain to grow a lot stronger again when he reaches the Southeast Gulf of Mexico.

Here is the latest track forecast from the NHC. Be sure and check the morning video discussion from James. He will explore all the other possibilities. He will have it posted before 630.

Meanwhile, here is the newest track forecast from the NHC.

I feel sure the 33/40 weather blog will set records this week.