Hurricane Erin is the first Atlantic hurricane of 2025, with its name evoking a historical parallel to the events of September 11, 2001. During the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Hurricane Erin was located off the coast of New York City. A high-pressure system created clear skies while the original Erin produced smoke visible from Ground Zero. The current Hurricane Erin is projected to become a Category 4 storm but is expected to remain offshore as it approaches Bermuda and poses no risk to South Florida.
On September 11, 2001, while the terrorist attacks occurred, Hurricane Erin churned off the eastern coast, with a high-pressure system creating clear skies over New York City.
The weather satellite images captured a haunting view of both Hurricane Erin and the smoke from Ground Zero, linking the two historical events in a powerful image.
Forecasters predict that the current Hurricane Erin will be well offshore and is expected to become a Category 4 storm as it approaches Bermuda.
The previous Hurricane Erin remained roughly 500 miles off the coast of New York City, allowing a clear and cloudless sky over the East Coast on September 11.
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