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It's being steered by upper level winds, and also moving toward a "weakness" in the upper level pattern, i.e., a trough between a ridge to the east and west. This has been very well forecast, which is why Florida has been out of concern for several days now.

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Q: What caused hurricane Irene to steer away from the coast of Florida?
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