Hurricane Erin waves slam into North Carolina homes
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Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
Locals on the Outer Banks are keeping a close eye on Hurricane Erin's path as it edges past the North Carolina coast. (AP video by Allen G. Breed)
Local officials issued evacuation orders for parts of the Outer Banks, warning that the storm might wash out roads.
On Monday at 5:10 p.m. the NWS Newport/Morehead City NC issued a tropical cyclone statement in effect until Tuesday at 1:15 a.m. The statement is for East Carteret, Northern Outer Banks, Ocracoke Island and Hatteras Island.
Hurricane Erin is expected to impact the Outer Banks in North Carolina, sending massive waves crashing into the islands.