Storms Causing Dangerous Rip Currents Along East Coast
August 30, 2010
The American Red Cross is keeping a close watch on Hurricane Earl as the storm gains strength in the Atlantic Ocean, threatening the VirginImage removed by sender. Islands and Puerto Rico, with possible effects along the East Coast later this week.
Earl is a Category 3 hurricane, with sustained winds hitting 125 mph, and is expected to gain strength over the next few days. The Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico are in the storm's direct path and could see storm surges as high as five feet with four to eight inches of rain. These rains could cause life-threatening floods and mudslides
