WEATHER FORECAST
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Erin Continues Strengthening
Tropical Storm Erin continues strengthening with maximum sustained winds now at 60 mph and pressure dropping to 999 mb.
The storm is now just 890 miles east of the northern Leeward Islands – significantly closer than yesterday.
Erin is expected to become a HURRICANE tomorrow (Friday) and could reach major hurricane status by the weekend.
The storm’s core will pass near or just north of the northern Leeward Islands this weekend, potentially bringing heavy rainfall, high surf and life-threatening rip currents and tropical-storm force winds.
The storm has also developed 50-mph winds extending 15 miles from the centre, indicating further strengthening.
Erin could intensify to 105-125 mph winds by early next week, creating broader regional impacts.
No watches or warnings yet, but residents should finalise preparations as soon as possible.
Stay with ABS for continuing coverage.
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