The storm will remain a major hurricane through the middle of the week, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Although direct impacts to the U.S. East Coast aren't expected, North Carolina officials aren't taking any chances.

U.S. shores are unlikely to see a direct hit, but a strong offshore hurricane can produce massive and dangerous waves well away from its center.

Erin is a strong Category 3 hurricane, the National Hurricane Center said in its 8 p.m. ET update Sunday, with sustained ...