18 NJ beaches are closed to swimmers ahead of Hurricane Erin

Hurricane Erin is ripping up the East Coast right now, and although this massive storm won't actually make landfall in the US, it's still causing its fair share of issues.

Hurricane Erin Brings Dangerous Conditions To NJ

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With winds whipping over 100 miles per hour out at sea, Hurricane Erin will still cause problems for Jersey without actually making landfall.

Big Waves, Strong Seas, And Rip Currents

Mainly in the form of rough seas, big waves, and crazy strong rip tides in our oceans.

Tragedies at the Jersey Shore Highlight the Risk

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The Jersey Shore has already seen its fair share of tragedy when it comes to rip tides and rough waters, with several water rescues and reported drownings due to people swimming in unguarded waters.

Beaches Begin Banning Swimming for Safety

So, when a hurricane of this magnitude is raging out in our oceans, and the riptides are going to be even stronger, it's no surprise that beaches are now saying that swimming is off limits.

State of Emergency Not Yet Declared in NJ

According to APP, a state of emergency banning swimming in the oceans hasn't been called yet; however, a lot of beach towns are closing their beaches to swimming to the general public.

What to Expect If You Visit the Jersey Shore This Week

What that means is that yes, you can still go to your favorite beach this week while Erin brews in the oceans; however, you aren't going to be allowed to swim in the Ocean.

Swimming Bans Expected Through The End of the Week

A lot of towns put these bans into effect earlier this week, and most of the bans run through Thursday or Friday of this week, when Erin is finally supposed to clear out of our area.

Full List of NJ Beaches Closed to Swimming

Here's a full list of all the beaches that are currently closed for swimming across the Jersey Shore.