Potential Category 4 hurricane on track to strike New York City by midweek.
Hurricane Erin Threatens East Coast with Dangerous Conditions
Hurricane Erin, a Category 4 storm that rapidly intensified over the weekend, is forecast to pass offshore of the U.S. East Coast near New York City and Long Island between August 20-21, 2025. Despite not making landfall, the storm's massive wind field is expected to cause dangerous conditions along the entire coast.
Life-Threatening Rip Currents and Rough Surf
The National Hurricane Center warns that life-threatening rip currents and 15-20 foot waves will spread hundreds of miles from Hurricane Erin's eye, putting the entire Northeast coast at risk. As a result, NYC beaches have been officially closed on August 20-21, and Long Island's Town of Hempstead has banned swimming starting August 20 with full beach closures on August 21. Coastal residents are advised to avoid low-lying areas during high tides and stay out of the water due to deadly rip currents.
Wind Gusts and Marine Conditions
Wind gusts of 20–40 mph along the shoreline will create hazardous marine conditions. This could lead to beach erosion and flooding risk, particularly along the South Shore of Long Island and the Jersey Shore.
Coastal Flooding and Minor Flooding Possible
Coastal flooding is possible in areas such as Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and parts of Long Island during high tide. Residents are advised to avoid low-lying coastal areas, especially during high tide, on Thursday and Friday.
Stay Informed and Prepare
It's essential to stay informed about the latest updates from the NWS and NYC Emergency Management. The eye of Hurricane Erin is expected to pass 150-250 miles east of North Carolina's Outer Banks on Thursday. The jet stream is expected to push the storm away from land by mid to late week, though the storm’s wind field expanded widely, causing these coastal effects even from hundreds of miles away.
In summary, from August 20-21, 2025, New York City and Long Island face hazardous surf, rip currents, wind gusts, beach erosion, and minor flooding risks from Hurricane Erin. Preventive measures such as beach closures have been implemented for public safety. Stay informed and prepare accordingly.
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