NEW YORK (PIX11) -- 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.

New York City beaches will be closed on Friday, no swimming or wading will be permitted.

"High risk for dangerous rip currents continues today with Coastal Flood Warnings and Advisories in effect for communities along the Atlantic," read one post from The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services. "Beaches remain closed as Hurricane Erin passes through. Monitor your local forecast and never walk or drive through flood waters."

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