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Florida law enforcement is sounding the alarm over a viral social media trend called the "Door Kick Challenge."

 

Participants, often teens, are targeting local homes by forcefully kicking front doors and fleeing, sometimes while filming for platforms like TikTok.

 

In Riverview, five juveniles were caught on camera—one masked and armed with an airsoft gun—aggressively targeting a residence late at night.

 

Similarly, two teens in DeBary now face felony burglary charges after participating.

 

Hillsborough and Volusia County sheriffs warn the risky behavior could have tragic consequences, especially with Florida’s "stand your ground" laws.

 

Authorities in Bradenton and Tampa also report rising incidents, noting participants sometimes wear masks and wield realistic-looking weapons.

 

Parents are urged to monitor social media and talk to their children about the serious consequences—from property damage to real safety threats and felony charges.

Hurricane Erin has surged to a strong Category 4, swirling in the Atlantic and bringing significant impacts from Florida to New England.

 

As of August 20, 2025, the storm was located about 295 miles southeast of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, delivering sustained winds up to 110 mph.

 

Although direct landfall isn’t predicted, Erin’s outer bands are already battering the East Coast with tropical-force winds and dangerous surf.

 

Beaches from Florida to the Outer Banks have closed due to hazardous rip currents and possible coastal flooding.

 

Evacuations are underway in parts of North Carolina, where towering 20-foot waves threaten infrastructure and could leave some communities isolated.

 

Meanwhile, adventurous surfers are drawn to massive swells, even as competitions halt for safety.

 

Authorities urge everyone to heed warnings, avoid the water, and stay alert.

 

Warmer oceans are fueling more intense storms like Erin, making vigilance crucial during this active hurricane season.