"As of 4 p.m. today, Hurricane Erin remains a strong Category 2 hurricane. The storm will make its closest pass to Virginia early Thursday morning. It will be offshore," Youngkin said. "It will bring tropical storm-force winds and very dangerous marine conditions, incredibly dangerous riptides, very strong surf and, of course, tidal flooding. That is what we're most worried about."

The governor urged residents in the eastern Virginia area to be prepared for any impact because of Erin's strength, despite the fact that it will not reach the shore.

"This is a dangerous storm and because of the size of this storm, even though it is offshore, we will see rain bands that will bring heavy rain as well over the course of tomorrow and Friday," Youngkin said. "Make sure you have a plan. Do not dri

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