The Cape and Islands could see heavy winds hit the region Thursday night and Friday as Hurricane Erin continues to pass north through the Atlantic Ocean.

Hurricane Erin is tracking closer to the East Coast, and meteorologists still maintain that parts of Massachusetts will feel the effects of the storm. The National Weather Service branch in Norton, MA is predicting that the storm will pass "well southeast of Nantucket on Friday," with the coastline of southeastern New England feeling the impact.

Hurricane Erin is marching north, lashing North Carolina's Outer Banks with rough waves and coastal flooding, and bringing a threat of dangerous waves and potentially deadly rip currents to the East Coast.

"Heavy rainfall is possible on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, with potential for a maximum of 4 inches," NHC said Tuesday.

The Lynn, Quincy, and Winthrop ferries could be impacted by rough seas and high winds. The post Ferry riders told to expect ‘uncomfortable’ trips thanks to Hurricane Erin appeared first on Boston.com.

AccuWeather Experts Warn of Storm Surge and Erosion on Outer Banks, Urge Residents to Heed Evacuation Orders Hurricane Erin is forecast to bring a one-two punch of gusty winds and dangerous coastal conditions to parts of the U.

Hurricane Erin is whipping up the Atlantic Ocean at speeds over 100 miles per hour. The trajectory of the storm has it staying out to sea, though many effects will be felt close to shore and on land.