Hurricane Erin, a Category 4 storm, prompts evacuations in North Carolina's Outer Banks.

Hurricane Erin, a Category 4 storm, is moving toward the US East Coast, prompting evacuations in North Carolina's Outer Banks. The storm, with 110 mph winds, has caused mandatory evacuations in Dare and Hyde counties due to expected dangerous surf, flooding, and rip currents. Tropical storm and storm surge watches are in effect for the region. Beachgoers have been advised to stay out of the water due to hazardous conditions.