Hurricane Erin's high waves thrash coast of North Carolina

Published: 8/21/2025
Hurricane Erin's high waves thrash coast of North Carolina
Hurricane Erin's high waves thrash North Carolina coast, with Outer Banks worst affected. The category 2 storm, peaking by Thursday with winds of 105mph, not expected to make landfall in US. National Hurricane Center warns of life-threatening surf, rip currents, urging caution. Highway closures, evacuations, and rescue teams in place as state braces for impact.