Swimmers are warned to avoid East Coast beaches as Hurricane Erin moves north
Summary
People are being warned to avoid beaches on the East Coast of the U.S. because Hurricane Erin is bringing dangerous waves and rip currents. The storm is moving north and is expected to cause strong winds and flooding in some areas. There are already warnings and advisories in place for regions like North Carolina and Virginia.Key Facts
- Hurricane Erin is affecting beaches from Florida to Massachusetts.
- The storm is about 365 miles from Cape Hatteras, North Carolina.
- Dangerous rip currents and large waves are expected along the East Coast.
- North Carolina has issued mandatory evacuations in some areas.
- The governor of North Carolina has declared a state of emergency.
- There are storm surge warnings from Cape Lookout to Duck, North Carolina.
- Tropical storm watches are also in place for parts of Virginia and Bermuda.
- Erin's effects extend to the Bahamas, Bermuda, and Atlantic Canada.
- Rip currents can be dangerous; they are fast-moving waters that can pull swimmers away from shore.
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