
Hurricane Erin Threatens East Coast with Flooding and Beach Closures
Hurricane Erin is expected to cause dangerous surf and potential flooding across a dozen states from Wednesday to Friday, prompting weather alerts in affected areas.
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Hurricane Erin is expected to cause dangerous surf and potential flooding across a dozen states from Wednesday to Friday, prompting weather alerts in affected areas.

The Eddie surfing contest at Waimea Bay isn't running this week despite a promising swell, as the waves didn't reach the required 40-foot face mark. The event, known for its rarity and strict wave height demands, has only been held 10 times since 1985. Contest director Liam McNamara initially anticipated a swell with potential to reach 50-foot heights, but it lost momentum as it approached the Bay. Despite the disappointment, conditions at Waimea were still impressive, with surfer Zeke Lau practicing in the water.