rip current, Hurricane Erin and Maine
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The major impacts will be felt at the beaches, with high surf expected. A high surf advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday, with the worst conditions late Friday and into early Saturday morning.
This past week has been challenging for lifeguards in southern Maine, where rip currents have resulted in multiple rescues. Two challenging scenes involved the rescue of nine children by Ogunquit lifeguards in dangerous, fast-moving currents.
While the storm is not expected to make landfall, the New Hampshire and Maine coasts are experiencing dangerous conditions.
The effects of Hurricane Erin on New England's coastEager New Englanders flocked to area beaches to catch a glimpse of nature’s impact, taking in the sights and sounds of the huge 10- to 20-foot breaking waves and high surf.