Is Fred Developing In The Atlantic?

Even though the remnants of Erika continue to diminish, we'll keep watching that area for any redevelopment (which right now looks unlikely). A strong tropical wave is currently moving across the Eastern Atlantic and could eventually strengthen to Tropical Storm Fred. We'll be keeping an eye on this as well!

Rip Current Risk At VA Beach

While we continue to have Northeasterly winds into the Commonwealth, this creates a rip current risk along our Atlantic beaches. This is an onshore flow, which enhances the risk for rip currents. If you're headed out to the beach today through Labor Day, be aware that there is a higher likelihood of rip currents, especially near piers, jetties, and sandbars. Saturday might not be as bad as today and Sunday, because wind speeds will not be quite as strong. But expect Northeast winds 15-25mph most of the weekend, and waves every six to eight seconds.