Hurricane Erin, which briefly reached a catastrophic Category 5 strength with 160 mph winds on Saturday, remains a dangerous major hurricane as it moves through the Atlantic. While the storm has weakened to a Category 3 with 125 mph winds, officials warn of significant coastal impacts along the U.S. East Coast, particularly for North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Dare County has declared a state of emergency for all areas starting Sunday at 6 p.m., with a mandatory evacuation ordered for Hatteras Island. Visitors must leave starting Monday at 10 a.m., while residents are required to evacuate beginning Tuesday at 8 a.m. … Continue reading Hurricane Erin Forces Outer Banks Evacuation as Coastal Threat Looms