Hurricane Erin's Threat Intensifies Along U.S. East Coast

On Wednesday morning, Hurricane Erin continues its path parallel to the East Coast, bringing warnings of extended violent surf and perilous rip currents to the seaboard.

Current Status

Currently a Category 2 hurricane, Erin features winds reaching 100 mph. It is positioned approximately 495 miles south-southeast of Cape Hatteras in North Carolina.

Anticipated Developments

Forecasters predict Erin will strengthen later on Wednesday, with its area of high winds expanding considerably. This means that hazardous surf and risky rip currents are expected to linger through the weekend.

Warnings and Watches

Tropical storm warnings are active for North Carolina’s Outer Banks, where wind gusts surpassing 40 mph are likely. These areas could also see heavy downpours Wednesday night into Thursday, with rainfall amounts ranging from one to two inches, and locally up to four inches possible.

Tropical storm watches are additionally in place from Duck, North Carolina through Chincoteague, Virginia, as well as in Bermuda.