U.S. shores are unlikely to see a direct hit, but a strong offshore hurricane can produce massive and dangerous waves well away from its center.

Erin, the first Atlantic hurricane of 2025, reached Category 5 status before weakening, according to the National Hurricane Center in Miami.

The eye of Hurricane Erin was located 365 miles SE of Hatteras, N.C., at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 110 mph with higher gusts. Some additional strengthening is likely during the next day or so,