The Atlantic basin includes the northern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea and Gulf of America, as the Gulf of Mexico is now known in the U.S. per an order from President Trump. NOAA and the National Hurricane Center are now using Gulf of America on its maps and in its advisories.

Here's a quick, easy-to-read look on the latest about Hurricane Erin, including what Florida residents should be doing.

Hurricane Erin exploded in strength to a Category 5 storm in the Caribbean on Saturday, rapidly powering up from a tropical storm in a single

Hurricane Erin develops in the Atlantic Ocean, sending large surf and dangerous conditions to the United States’ eastern seaboard. The latest 5 PM update shows that Erin remains minimal hurricane. Tomorrow will be partly sunny with the chance of showers and storms.

Hurricane Erin became the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic season on Friday, with sustained winds of 75 mph as it moves toward the Leeward Islands.