Hurricane Erin whips up strong winds and some flooding as it slowly moves further out to sea
Summary
Hurricane Erin hit North Carolina’s Outer Banks with strong winds and flooding. The storm is expected to move away from the East Coast and weaken over the next few days. Beaches along the East Coast were closed as a safety measure due to dangerous conditions.Key Facts
- Hurricane Erin caused flooding on North Carolina’s Outer Banks and part of the main highway is affected.
- The storm is expected to weaken as it moves further out to sea.
- Beach closures were issued along the East Coast, including New York City.
- Some roads like Highway 12 in North Carolina are closed due to high water levels.
- Large waves and dangerous rip currents are anticipated from Florida to New England.
- In North Carolina, waves reached up to 18 feet, threatening beach homes.
- Despite evacuation orders, many residents chose to stay on islands like Hatteras and Ocracoke.
- The storm formed about a week ago and remains large as it fades.
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