Hurricane Erin has surged to Category 4 storm status and could bring dangerous surf and rip currents to the Jersey Shore next week as it remains far out to see.

NHC forecasters say Tropical Storm Erin is expected to become a Cat 3 hurricane by Friday. Here's the latest updates for NJ impact, models and more.

In fact, in over a century, no hurricane has made landfall in the Garden State. Most of the systems that make it here have been tropical storms. Since the 1960s, New Jersey has seen roughly six tropical storms every 20 years, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Historical Hurricane Tracks.

See how far Hurricane Erin is from Bergen County, click on the current radar, and see the latest NWS prediction for your town with links.

Tropical Storm Dexter is expected to strengthen, and storms are brewing in the coming days. Here's the latest in New Jersey, along the Jersey Shore.

A heartbreaking drowning in Seaside Heights prompts Mayor Tony Vaz to enhance safety measures including new signs and nightly ocean evaluations aim to protect beachgoers amid a challenging summer for lifeguards.

Top experts from Colorado State University are still maintaining their prediction of a slightly above-average season.

A wave of hot, and unhealthy, air has hit New Jersey, and the region could get some much-needed rain this week.