Even though the storm is moving away from the U.S. East Coast, tropical storm warnings remain in effect for the Outer Banks, where wind gusts greater than 40 mph are likely. Additionally, waves up to 20 feet are possible in the area on Thursday.

Erin is fueling waves up to 20 feet and dangerous rip currents, prompting widespread beach closures.

Forecasters from the National Hurricane Center say there’s a 70% chance that a disorganized area of showers and thunderstorms in the central Atlantic near the Leeward Islands will evolve into a tropi...