The Coast Guard is urging Mid-Atlantic mariners, boaters and beachgoers to use caution as Tropical Storm Elsa is expected to impact the region.

“Tropical storms are dangerous, can create treacherous conditions and can cause gale-force winds sooner than anticipated,” Coast Guard officials from the 5th District Mid-Atlantic said in a July 8 press release.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions and remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course and/or secure…