erika weakened dumping rain over the dominican republic. it destroyed hundreds of homes on the caribbean island of dominica. it is expected to reach florida on monday. it is unclear how strong it will be by then. the largest wildfire ever recorded in washington state is getting bigger. the flames are spreading another 22 square miles bringing the total to more than 470 square miles. the fire is just 12% contained. three firefighters have died and dozens of homes have been destroyed. firefighters are worried about the high winds which could make the blaze more difficult to fight. former president george w. bush visiting louisiana and mississippi on friday. 10 years after hurricane katrina's devastation. they attended an event to honor police and firefighters.