The primary risks associated with this system include coastal flooding, high winds, and dangerous surf conditions along the U.S. East Coast. Areas from Florida to New Jersey are expected to experience strong rip currents, which could endanger swimmers. North Carolina and Virginia are likely to see the most significant impacts, including potential flooding in low-lying coastal areas. The possibility of the system developing into a subtropical cyclone later this week could exacerbate these risks, particularly if it strengthens further.