Tracking the tropics: Erin re-intensifies and begins turn to the northwest

Hurricane Erin has re-intensified and the eyewall replacement cycle is now complete. It is currently a category 4 storm, with maximum sustained winds of 130 mph. Despite Erin staying well offshore, dangerous beach conditions are expected along the Atlantic coast as the storm grows in size.

Erin’s wind field has been getting larger and could continue expanding over the next few days. Some additional strengthening is possible but gradual weakening is forecast by the middle of the week.

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