North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has declared a state of emergency as Hurricane Erin approaches the coast. Red flags have been raised on Emerald Isle beaches since Sunday, and local fire crews have already performed two water rescues.
Emergency responders are preparing for potential storm surge, flooding, and dangerous rip currents. WSPA 7 News brings you the latest on the preparations, safety measures, and what residents need to know as conditions worsen along the coast.
