Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency for New Jersey on Thursday afternoon due to impacts from Hurricane Erin.

Although the hurricane won’t make a direct hit on the Garden State, the storm will cause issues, especially along the coast.

“We are expecting coastal and flash flooding, along with high surf and rip currents. Please monitor weather forecasts and stay informed on evacuation protocols, especially if you’re down the Shore,” Murphy wrote in a post on X.

Many Jersey Shore communities have issued bans on swimming in the ocean while the storm moves past the state. Dangerous rip currents, strong winds and rough surf are expected.

Beach erosion is also a possibility.

A coastal flood warning is in effect until early Saturday morning.