Though Hurricane Erin is not forecast to make landfall on the U.S., the storm’s rapid intensification has prompted increased measures in North Carolina.

Big waves, overwash and a risk for gusty winds will increase as Hurricane Erin passes close to North Carolina coast. Tropical Storm Warnings are up for the North Carolina coast.

As rip tides from Hurricane Erin create dangerous conditions along the North Carolina coast, many residents and visitors have evacuated the Outer Banks, and local officials have warned people to stay away from the beaches.