Hurricane Erin Threatens to Intensify: Potential Category 5 Alert

Hurricane Erin, the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic season, poses a significant threat with the potential to escalate into a Category 5 storm. Currently located east-northeast of San Juan, Puerto Rico, it is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rainfall across several Caribbean regions and parts of the US.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 16-08-2025 20:37 IST | Created: 16-08-2025 20:37 IST

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Hurricane Erin is intensifying and could evolve into a Category 5 storm, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC). Positioned 235 miles east-northeast of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Erin currently has maximum winds of 155 mph.

The storm is set to impact regions, including the northern Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico with strong swells through the weekend, spreading to the Bahamas, Bermuda, and the US east coast early next week.

Heavy rainfall warnings are in place, with significant precipitation expected across parts of the Caribbean, escalating the need for vigilance and preparedness in these areas.

(With inputs from agencies.)