India, Aug. 24 -- Beaches across New York City opened Saturday, August 23, after Hurricane Erin moved past the Atlantic, according to ABC7 News. Officials are warning that even with sunny skies and warmer weather, strong rip currents make swimming dangerous. Authorities urge visitors to enter the water only when lifeguards are on duty. During the summer season, lifeguards work daily from 10 AM to 6 PM (local time), according to the NYC Parks Department.

The reopening follows a three-day closure while Erin impacted beaches facing the Atlantic, including locations in the city, on Long Island, and along the Jersey Shore.

On Long Island, Long Beach in Nassau County was expected to reopen for swimming on Saturday. Suffolk County beaches rema...