9 Million Under Emergency as Hurricane Erin Slams East Coast

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New Jersey is on high alert as Hurricane Erin barrels up the East Coast. Governor Phil Murphy has declared a State of Emergency for all 21 counties, warning nine million residents to stay out of the water and prepare for life-threatening conditions. With violent winds, dangerous rip currents, and expected roadway flooding, the threat is far from over. Stay safe and informed — this storm is still packing a serious punch. WooGlobe Ref : WGA756852 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Nine million Americans just got hit with a state of emergency warning.

00:03And it's all because of Hurricane Aaron's terrifying power.

00:07New Jersey's governor has sounded the alarm.

00:09All 21 counties are under a state of emergency.

00:12And the message is clear. Stay out of the water.

00:15Aaron's massive waves are smashing into the East Coast.

00:19Violent winds have already knocked down trees and power lines in the north.

00:22And the worst might still be coming.

00:25Absolutely no one should be in the water today or tomorrow.

00:27That's the warning from Governor Murphy himself.

00:31Why?

00:32Because life-threatening rip currents are expected across every ocean beach.

00:36Even though Hurricane Aaron has moved away from North Carolina,

00:39it's still pushing powerful winds and dangerous swells all the way from Virginia to Canada.

00:44And now, coastal communities are being told to brace for major flooding.

00:48Roads could turn into rivers overnight.

00:50And even some buildings may take damage.

00:53So if you're near the coast, don't wait.

00:54Prepare now, because this storm isn't done yet.

00:58And it's moving fast.

00:59Let's go.

01:05Let's go.

01:08Go.

01:15Go.

01:16Go.

01:17Go.

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