Hurricane Erin, a Category 2 storm with sustained winds near 100 mph, remains well offshore but is stirring up hazardous surf along Florida’s Space Coast.

As of August 20, Erin was about 450 miles east of Brevard County, moving north-northwest at 10 mph.

The National Weather Service warns of dangerous rip currents and elevated surf, issuing High Surf Advisories for Flagler, Volusia, and Brevard counties.

Locals in beach towns like Indialantic have already observed rougher seas.

Brevard Ocean Rescue officials urge swimmers to stay alert and heed red flags, with lifeguards emphasizing the importance of caution in unpredictable waters.

Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas was forced to dock at Port Canaveral as a safety measure.

With up to 18 named storms forecast this season, locals and visitors are encouraged to stay tuned to official updates and prioritize safety on the coast.