Wavy Weather Evening Update | August 17, 2025

Police are searching for a suspect in a James City County shooting.

Portsmouth Police said a boy was shot Tuesday night on Duke Street in Portsmouth.

It was the calm before the storm at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Tuesday night as tourists, residents and business owners await the impacts from Hurricane Erin.

In a 10 On Your Side interview with Drew Pearson, director of emergency management for Dare County, he shares what he expects the impacts of Hurricane Erin to be on the Outer Banks while talking about the danger of storm surge.

Virginia Beach is bracing for any impacts from Hurricane Erin.

The SPCA of Northeastern North Carolina was served a notice of suspension Monday for the "severe, repeated, and willful violations of the North Carolina Animal Welfare Act," according to North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. More information: https://www.wavy.com/news/north-carolina/ec-spca-suspended-following-repeated-violations-of-animal-welfare-regulations/

As of Tuesday, the projected path of Hurricane Erin showed it just cruising well offshore past Virginia Beach, as Sandbridge area residents told 10 On Your Side, they are really not that concerned about the storm. Those visiting the area on vacation, however, said the rain may make them adjust their plans a little.

Portsmouth and Norfolk are already back in the classroom and the rest of Hampton Roads will get the kids back in the next couple of weeks, so here's what that means for your commute.

With high rip currents and wind gusts hitting the East Coast, some residents in Rodanthe have already cleared out in anticipation of Hurricane Erin.

Dominion Energy representatives said they're determined to keep customers lights on ahead the impact Hurricane Erin may have. https://www.wavy.com/?p=2812647

The wild horses of the Outer Banks of North Carolina are majestic, athletic and in total harmony with nature. As Hurricane Erin may stop by and sit for spell, there's concern for the herd, but the response from the professionals is essentially: Bless Your Heart.

The Navy Marine Corps Relief Society quietly helps service members across the country through loans and grants, aiding those who serve when they need service themselves while supporting more than 48,000 clients a year.