North Carolina braces for dangerous surf from Hurricane Erin
Summary
Hurricane Erin, a Category 2 storm, is expected to impact areas along the US East Coast without making landfall. North Carolina is preparing for dangerous surf, with local officials issuing no-swimming advisories and mandatory evacuations in some areas. The hurricane, which affected Puerto Rico, has strong winds and could cause significant flooding and dangerous conditions.Key Facts
- Hurricane Erin is a Category 2 storm over the Atlantic Ocean.
- The storm is not expected to hit the US mainland directly.
- High waves, flooding, and road closures are possible along the East Coast.
- No-swimming advisories are in place from North Carolina to New Jersey and Delaware.
- The storm has maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (168 km/h).
- North Carolina has issued mandatory evacuations for Hatteras and Ocracoke.
- Three rescue teams and 200 National Guard troops are on standby in North Carolina.
- Erin's tropical storm winds extend 230 miles from its center.
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