Coastal flooding, giant waves and powerful winds will impact Long Island as Hurricane Erin turns northeast well out in the Atlantic, forecasters said. This period is expected to be the climax of high surf and dangerous rip currents that have closed Long Island beaches to swimming and put authorities on alert from the East End to Brooklyn. For the latest coverage, visit the link in bio. #hurricaneerin #longisland #hurricane #tropicalstormerin #hurricaneseason