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Will Hurricane Erin hit Florida? Is there a hurricane coming to Florida?
No. Hurricane Erin is expected to thread a path east of Florida, between Bermuda and the U.S.
Where is Hurricane Erin right now?
As of 8 a.m., Hurricane Erin was located 518 miles east of Stuart and is moving slowly to the northwest at 7 mph.
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How strong is Hurricane Erin?
Maximum sustained winds have decreased to 110 mph, making Erin a strong Category 2 hurricane.
How big is Hurricane Erin?
Erin is a large hurricane and is forecast to grow "significantly" larger.
Hurricane-force winds extend outward up to 80 miles from the center and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 205 miles.
Watches, warnings issued for Florida, US
No watches or warnings are in effect for Florida.
A tropical storm watch is in effect for:
Beaufort Inlet to Duck, North Carolina including Pamlico Sound
A storm surge watch is in effect for:
Cape Lookout to Duck, North Carolina
Dare County in North Carolina has issued mandatory evacuations for Hatteras Island.
What impacts will Hurricane Erin have on Florida?
Erin is expected to produce life-threatening surf and rip currents along the beaches of the Bahamas and from Florida to Atlantic Canada this week.
Do not focus on the cone!
The cone you see from the National Hurricane Center shows a consensus based on models on where the center could be over the next several days.
Track forecasts can be off by an average of 60 to 70 miles.
Direct impacts can be felt sometimes hundreds of miles from the center of the storm.
What should you do if you live in Florida?
Unless forecasts change, Hurricane Erin poses no direct risks for Florida residents, although life-threatening rip currents and dangerous surf are expected.
Remember we are in the busiest period of hurricane season.
Now is the time to:
Update and check your hurricane supplies
Check your home insurance
Make sure your home is ready for a storm
See what your evacuation zone is
Determine if you live in a flood-prone area
Keep an eye on weather updates. and make sure you monitor the latest conditions.
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This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Hurricane Erin, quick answers to questions, Florida impact
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