Hurricane Erin has restrengthened to a Category 4 storm as it turns northwest and is expected to remain east of the U.S., according to the National Hurricane Center.

Hurricane Erin will likely to bring high surf and rip currents to South Florida by mid-week. The major hurricane, with 130 mph winds, will stay east of the U.S. But, it's a huge storm. Tropical storm force winds extend out 230 miles from the center.

Officials are warning novice swimmers and surfers about dangerous rip currents and large waves at Florida's beaches from Hurricane Erin. Up to 12' waves are possible this week, along with rough surf conditions.

At the time, Aug. 13, 2004, Hurricane Charley was one of the worst storms to hit the Southwest Florida coast and surrounding areas. We look back.