Atlanta, GA – Hurricane Erin will bypass inland Georgia this week, but coastal areas are expected to face hazardous conditions in the coming days.
According to the National Weather Service in Atlanta, the storm will remain offshore and well away from the Georgia coast, sparing north and central parts of the state from significant impacts. However, forecasters warned that life-threatening rip currents, elevated swells, and large surf will affect Georgia’s coastal waters throughout the week.
The agency emphasized that while Erin will not make landfall in Georgia, residents and visitors should remain cautious near the ocean. “Even though the storm stays offshore, the danger is very real along the beaches,” the NWS stated in its Monday morning update. Swimmers are urged to avoid entering rough surf conditions, as rip currents can be difficult to spot and extremely dangerous.
Meteorologists also noted the possibility of further tropical development behind Erin, with a 50% chance of another system forming. At this stage, forecasters say it is too early to determine the potential track or impacts of any additional storms.
The storm is expected to move parallel to the East Coast this week, with tropical-storm-force winds staying offshore. Erin’s projected path keeps it clear of Georgia but closer to the Carolinas and the mid-Atlantic region later in the week.
The National Weather Service urged coastal residents and beachgoers to stay updated on the latest advisories and heed any warnings issued by local officials.
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