Fabian Could Cause Shore Trouble

Weather experts say that you should take special care in the water at the shore for the next few days until the effects of Hurricane Fabian pass through our area.

Hurricane Fabian is moving north far off the coast and could hit Bermuda on Friday, but Fabian is not expected to turn toward the Northeast coast.

However, National Weather Service officials say there's a high risk for rip currents through the weekend as swells from the storm build and pound the shore.

The risk of drownings could increase because the weekend weather will be sunny while dangerous swimming conditions exist.

Also, there could be fewer lifeguards on duty after the Labor Day weekend enter the official summer shore season.

And some more-adventurous surfers and water-sports enthusiasts will be flocking to the shore to take advantage of the conditions.

Experts recommend swimming only if lifeguards are on duty and warn that any swimmers should follow the directions of lifeguards and the beach patrol.

Boating conditions could also be tricky.

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