Hurricane Erin, New York City beaches and rip current
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Lohud.com, Westchester County on MSNHurricane Erin closes Westchester, NYC, Long Island beaches as rip tides threaten swimmers
All , New York City and Long Island beaches are closed through Aug. 21 as Hurricane Erin makes its way up the Atlantic coast.
High surf and dangerous rip currents are likely. People are advised to stay out of the water this week, even when a lifeguard is on duty.
The National Weather Service predicts large breaking waves of up to 13 feet and life-threatening rip currents even for strong swimmers.
NYC anticipates showers, thunderstorms, high rip currents, surf advisories, and potential coastal flooding, with advisories for beach-goers and mariners issued.