Storm Development: Hurricane Erin Emerges in the Atlantic: Trajectory, Potential Effects
As of August 26, 2025, Hurricane Erin has transitioned into a powerful post-tropical cyclone (extratropical low) and is moving northeastward in the western Atlantic, posing no direct land impacts to the U.S. East Coast.
Originally a Category 2 hurricane with maximum sustained winds near 100 mph, Erin has weakened and become post-tropical. However, it still maintains very strong winds of about 80-85 knots (92-98 mph) with a large wind field. The system is expected to continue moving away from the U.S. East Coast, steered by a high-pressure system and a cold front.
Coastal impacts such as flooding, rip currents, and dangerous surf have been ongoing or recently occurred along parts of the Mid-Atlantic and North Carolina coast. Tropical storm conditions, coastal flooding, and hazardous ocean conditions persisted with warnings in effect through midweek, but direct hurricane-force impacts to land are no longer expected as the system moves offshore.
Marine hazards remain high through the weekend due to the large wind field, strong gale to storm-force winds, and the development of a strong sting jet in the southern semicircle of the system by Sunday. This could lead to potential hazardous marine conditions continuing offshore.
Meanwhile, an area of low pressure in the southern Gulf, known as Invest 98, has gotten stronger and has a 50% chance of becoming a very brief tropical depression. The National Hurricane Center and the Weather Team are monitoring this system closely.
In a separate development, the latest forecast path shows Hurricane Erin becoming a major hurricane on Sunday and reaching Category 4 status at peak by early next week. However, it is expected to stay north of the Caribbean and mainly pose a risk to Bermuda while bringing larger waves to the beaches from Florida to New England.
Residents are advised to stay updated on the latest weather developments and follow instructions from local authorities. For more information, visit the National Hurricane Center's website or your local weather office.
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