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Hurricane Erin reached 75 mph winds, becoming 2025’s first named hurricane.

Forecasts show Erin avoiding East Coast landfall, but dangerous coastal conditions are possible.

North Carolina beaches may see dangerous rip currents and erosion next week.

You’ll find our Saturday update on Hurricane Erin, now a Category 4 major storm, here .

Erin is officially the first hurricane of the 2025 season.

Maximum sustained winds of 75 mph were recorded Friday, Aug. 15, as the storm continues to move west-northwest near 18 mph. Wind speeds are expected to strengthen, and the hurricane will likely become a major hurricane over the weekend.

Where is Erin headed?

The hurricane is likely to m

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