Hurricane Erin now a Category 4 storm
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Forecasters said Erin should begin to slowly weaken as it increased wind shear. However, it's predicted to remain a major hurricane until late next week.
(1) A Tropical Storm WARNING: Turks and Caicos Islands... Southeast Bahamas.
Tropical Storm Erin is beginning to strengthen and could become a strong Category 3 storm with 125-mph winds within five days.
Hurricane Erin is forecast to remain well offshore but still bring hazardous currents and possible erosion like previous offshore hurricanes before it.