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Tropical Storm Erin has formed in the Atlantic and is forecast to rapidly intensify into a major hurricane, potentially reaching 150 mph winds. Its projected path currently keeps it north of the Eastern Caribbean. Another system in the Atlantic is also expected to become the first hurricane of the season, with the U.S. East Coast, especially from North Carolina northward, advised to monitor its progress.

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Tropical Storm Erin forms, forecast to be major hurricane

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  • Tropical storm Erin has formed in the Atlantic, originating from Invest 97L.
  • The storm is currently west-northwest of the Cabo Verde Islands, moving west at 20 mph. 10s
  • Forecasts predict Erin could become a major hurricane with winds up to 150 mph. 25s
  • Current projections show the storm staying north of the Eastern Caribbean islands. 32s
  • Meteorologists are tracking Erin closely due to its potential strength. 35s
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Tropical Storm Erin forms, forecast to be major hurricane
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The Weather Channel
2 days ago
Tropical Storm Erin forms, forecast to be major hurricane

Tropical Storm Erin is moving west at 20 mph and could intensify to a 150 mph hurricane, staying north of the Eastern Caribbean islands.

First Atlantic hurricane of the season likely in the near future
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AccuWeather
2 days ago
First Atlantic hurricane of the season likely in the near future

A tropical rainstorm in the Atlantic is expected to rapidly intensify into a hurricane, with its path possibly affecting areas from North Carolina northward.

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