STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- New York City is closing all its public beaches to swimmers in the coming days as Hurricane Erin is expected to bring massive waves and life-threatening rip currents to the five boroughs.

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 NWS also expects an increase in rip current activity along the New York City and Long Island beaches, along with minor coastal flooding during high tide across the south shores of Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island starting Wednesday and peaking Thursday. The NWS Monday rated the risk of rip current occurring “moderate,” the middle tier level.

A coastal flood warning has been issued for parts of New Jersey, according to the National Weather Service. The warning lasts through 2 a.m. Saturday and applies to

The choreographer Kim Brandt brings “Wayward,” an expansive new dance, to Rockaway (the beach and the town) as this part of Beach Sessions.

New York City beaches will be closed heading into the weekend as Hurricane Erin is expected to cause dangerous rip currents throughout the area. Multiple city and state agencies took to social media to make the announcement on Thursday.

CONEY ISLAND, Brooklyn (WABC) -- Some beaches in New York City will be open this holiday weekend, but there are major restrictions in place to encourage social distancing.

NYC anticipates showers, thunderstorms, high rip currents, surf advisories, and potential coastal flooding, with advisories for beach-goers and mariners issued.