Hurricane Erin Slams East Coast: 20-Foot Waves and State of Emergency

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Hurricane Erin is wreaking havoc along the East Coast — with towering waves, flooded roads, and state-wide emergencies. From North Carolina’s Outer Banks to New York City beaches and the Jersey Shore, coastal communities are bracing for impact. Waves up to 20 feet and deadly rip currents have triggered beach closures and flood warnings from Florida to Maine. In this 1-minute update, we break down everything you need to know about the storm’s path, risks, and latest emergency declarations. Stay informed. Stay safe. WooGlobe Ref : WGA381369 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Hurricane Aaron is turning the East Coast into a danger zone.

00:03Massive waves, deadly rip currents, and New Jersey is under a state of emergency.

00:09This monster Category 2 hurricane is over 700 miles wide, with winds topping 100 miles per hour.

00:16And it's hammering the outer banks of North Carolina.

00:19Waves up to 20 feet high are crashing from Florida to Maine, flooding roads, damaging property,

00:25and forcing parts of NC's Highway 12 to shut down completely.

00:28New York City has banned swimming through Friday.

00:32Even wading is off limits.

00:34While Governor Phil Murphy has one clear warning for New Jersey, no one should be in the water.

00:39With coastal flood alerts from the Carolinas to Connecticut,

00:42one to three feet of inundation is expected in low-lying areas.

00:46And high surf advisories are in effect all the way to Maine, even though Aaron is slowly shifting away.

00:51The East Coast isn't safe yet.

00:53Rough surf and life-threatening rip currents will last into the weekend.

00:57Stay out of the water.

00:59Stay alert.

00:59Stay safe.

01:01Because Hurricane Aaron is leaving a powerful mark even as it moves on.

01:05Thanks.

01:06So.

01:06Stay out of the water.

01:07See you next month.

01:10I love you.

01:11You're welcome.

01:16You're welcome.

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