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MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — As Hurricane Erin churns offshore, waves are surging along the Treasure Coast, drawing surfers to local beaches and prompting safety warnings from lifeguards.

At Jensen Beach, surf conditions steadily intensified on Tuesday. Surfers were taking full advantage of the powerful swells.

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“This is what we’ve been waiting for all Summer. There’s great swell coming in,” said surf Coach Brett Jenkins.

“Definitely one of the best days of the Summer today,” added young surfer Gabby Antenucci.

While the waves offered excitement for experienced surfers, it’s a different story for casual swimmers and beachgoers.

“It’s starting to get pretty rough. I don’t even thi

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