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Hurricane Erin Strengthens Into Category 4 Storm

On Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, Hurricane Erin reached hurricane status with 120 mph winds and is forecast to reach Category 4 by Monday morning, NOAA reports.
Amid record-warm ocean waters, Alex DaSilva said Tropical Cyclone Erin is moving into a warm water and low wind shear zone, fostering strengthening.
Forecasters predict Tropical Cyclone Erin will track north between the United States and Bermuda, with rainfall of 2 inches and isolated 6-inch totals through Aug. 17.
Amid Erin's rapid intensification, the Hurricane Coastal Resiliency Forum in Fairfield, Connecticut, saw participants sharing strategies and Perez emphasizing clear communication.
Robert LaFrance spotlighted nature-based defenses, including marshlands and wetlands, as cost-effective protections, with a forum panelist emphasizing communities must decide whether to build to minimum standards or go beyond.

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Fire danger very high across New Hampshire; Erin strengthens to major hurricane

While a refreshing air mass in place for the start of the weekend, heat and humidity returns to New Hampshire. Storm chances will be on the rise to end the weekend.

3 hours ago·New Hampshire, United States

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Hurricane Erin Strengthens to Category 4 Storm in Atlantic

Hurricane Erin, the first hurricane of the 2025 season in the Atlantic Ocean, has strengthened to a powerful Category 4 storm. NBC News meteorologist Bill Karins tracks the latest forecast on Saturday TODAY.

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Hurricane Erin strengthens into Category 4 storm

Erin became the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic season.

5 hours ago·Florida, United States

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Hurricane Erin now a Category 4 storm, likely bringing impacts to East Coast next week

Erin becomes a Category 4 hurricane in the Caribbean and is expected to strengthen further. It will most likely impact East Coast next week.

5 hours ago·Greenville, United States

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Hurricane Erin intensifies to Category 4 storm. Jersey Shore to see dangerous surf, rip currents.

Hurricane Erin formed Friday and quickly escalated to a Category 4 storm with sustained winds of 130 mph. The current forecast path has the storm remaining far off the East Coast.

6 hours ago·New Jersey, United States

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