Hurricane Erin has formed in the Atlantic. The storm is expected to gain strength before passing close to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, but forecasters do not believe it will make landfall in the United States.

Over the weekend, northern portions of the Leeward Islands, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico are expected to receive tropical rain ranging from 2 to 4 inches, with isolated totals up to 6 inches. Flash flooding, landslides and mudslides will be the main concerns over the next several days.

Hurricane Erin, the first major hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, rapidly intensified Friday night, with the storm now reaching Category 5 strength with sustained winds of 160 mph.

Tropical Storm Erin is likely to become the first hurricane of the 2025 season by late Thursday or early Friday.