Hurricane Erin weakened to a Category 3 hurricane during the early hours of Aug. 19 as it moves closer to the East Coast, according to the National Hurricane Center.

If you'll be at the Delaware beaches this week, whether local or tourist, here's everything you need to know. At this time of year, most of the beach towns offer free concerts, movies, farmers markets and other activities multiple days a week. Check your town's website for details.

Delaware has a wide variety of beach options, from bustling family-friendly towns to ones suited for nightlife, but there's a more laid-back option nearby, too.

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Get an abbreviated, text view of what's happening with Hurricane Erin. Hurricane Erin strengthened as it took a turn to the north Wednesday and conditions are expected to deteriorate soon in North Carolina's Outer Banks,

Forecasts nudge Erin's likely path to the west, increasing the risks at U.S. beaches. Tropical storm conditions are expected in North Carolina's Outer Banks starting late Wednesday.