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Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 4:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 4:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Wakefield VA
BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents
is expected expected. For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to
two feet of inundation above ground level possible in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents
is expected expected. For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to
two feet of inundation above ground level possible in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Where:
Accomack and Northampton Counties.
Accomack and Northampton Counties.
When:
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Tuesday morning
through Tuesday evening. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from
Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Tuesday morning
through Tuesday evening. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from
Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Significant ocean shoreline erosion and overwash
is likely.
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Significant ocean shoreline erosion and overwash
is likely.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Areas Impacted:
Accomack
Northampton
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 2:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 4:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Wakefield VA
COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
Up to two to three feet of inundation above ground
level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Up to two to three feet of inundation above ground
level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Where:
Chesapeake, Virginia Beach and Suffolk, and
Hampton/Poquoson, Norfolk and Portsmouth Counties.
Chesapeake, Virginia Beach and Suffolk, and
Hampton/Poquoson, Norfolk and Portsmouth Counties.
When:
From Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
From Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Shoreline erosion will occur in areas along the
Bay and lower James River.
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Shoreline erosion will occur in areas along the
Bay and lower James River.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Areas Impacted:
Chesapeake
Hampton/Poquoson
Suffolk
Norfolk
Portsmouth
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 6:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 4:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Wakefield VA
COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
Up to one to two feet of inundation above ground level
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Up to one to two feet of inundation above ground level
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Where:
Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties.
Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties.
When:
From Wednesday evening through late Thursday night.
From Wednesday evening through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Areas Impacted:
Dorchester
Wicomico
Somerset
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 2:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 4:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Wakefield VA
BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents
is expected. For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level possible in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents
is expected. For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level possible in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
Where:
Virginia Beach.
Virginia Beach.
When:
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Tuesday morning
through Tuesday evening. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from
Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Tuesday morning
through Tuesday evening. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from
Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Significant shoreline erosion and overwash is
likely.
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Significant shoreline erosion and overwash is
likely.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Areas Impacted:
Virginia Beach
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 4:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 4:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Wakefield VA
COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
Up to two to three feet of inundation above ground
level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Up to two to three feet of inundation above ground
level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Where:
In Maryland, Inland Worcester County. In Virginia,
Accomack and Northampton Counties.
In Maryland, Inland Worcester County. In Virginia,
Accomack and Northampton Counties.
When:
From Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
From Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Areas Impacted:
Inland Worcester
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 11:00 AM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 4:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Wakefield VA
BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents
is expected expected. For the Coastal Flood Watch, up to
one foot of inundation above ground level possible in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents
is expected expected. For the Coastal Flood Watch, up to
one foot of inundation above ground level possible in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Where:
Eastern Currituck County.
Eastern Currituck County.
When:
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Tuesday morning
through Tuesday evening. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from
Wednesday morning through late Thursday night.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Tuesday morning
through Tuesday evening. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from
Wednesday morning through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Significant shoreline erosion and overwash will
occur.
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Significant shoreline erosion and overwash will
occur.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Areas Impacted:
Eastern Currituck
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 4:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 4:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Wakefield VA
COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
Up to two to three feet of inundation above ground
level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Up to two to three feet of inundation above ground
level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Where:
Charles City, New Kent, Gloucester, Surry, James City,
Eastern King William, Eastern King and Queen, York, Newport
News and Isle of Wight Counties.
Charles City, New Kent, Gloucester, Surry, James City,
Eastern King William, Eastern King and Queen, York, Newport
News and Isle of Wight Counties.
When:
From Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
From Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Shoreline erosion is likely in areas exposed
to the Bay and tidal rivers.
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Shoreline erosion is likely in areas exposed
to the Bay and tidal rivers.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Areas Impacted:
Charles City
New Kent
Gloucester
Surry
James City
Eastern King William
Eastern King and Queen
York
Newport News
Isle of Wight
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 5:00 AM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 8:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Wakefield VA
COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING
What:
Up to two to three feet of inundation above ground
level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Up to two to three feet of inundation above ground
level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
Where:
Westmoreland, Richmond, Northumberland, Lancaster,
Middlesex, Mathews, Western Essex and Eastern Essex Counties.
Westmoreland, Richmond, Northumberland, Lancaster,
Middlesex, Mathews, Western Essex and Eastern Essex Counties.
When:
From late Tuesday night through Friday morning.
From late Tuesday night through Friday morning.
Impacts:
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Areas Impacted:
Westmoreland
Richmond
Northumberland
Lancaster
Middlesex
Mathews
Western Essex
Eastern Essex
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 4:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 1:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Mount Holly NJ
HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TO 10 PM EDT TUESDAY... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM EDT FRIDAY... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 6 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone.
For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of inundation
above ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways.
For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 6 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone.
For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of inundation
above ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways.
Where:
Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Coastal Atlantic and
Coastal Ocean.
Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Coastal Atlantic and
Coastal Ocean.
When:
For the High Rip Current Risk, from Tuesday morning
through Friday afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from
4 PM to 10 PM EDT Tuesday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8
AM Wednesday to 6 PM EDT Friday. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
from Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
For the High Rip Current Risk, from Tuesday morning
through Friday afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from
4 PM to 10 PM EDT Tuesday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8
AM Wednesday to 6 PM EDT Friday. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
from Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in
coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal
waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to
vulnerable structures may begin to occur. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in
coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal
waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to
vulnerable structures may begin to occur. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
Additional Details:
.Significant beach erosion is likely
through this week and into the weekend. Moderate tidal flooding
could continue through Friday or perhaps longer.
.Significant beach erosion is likely
through this week and into the weekend. Moderate tidal flooding
could continue through Friday or perhaps longer.
Instructions:
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.
Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone,
always have a floatation device with you and swim near a
lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel
to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.
Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone,
always have a floatation device with you and swim near a
lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel
to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
Areas Impacted:
Atlantic Coastal Cape May
Coastal Atlantic
Coastal Ocean
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 4:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 1:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Mount Holly NJ
COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TO 10 PM EDT TUESDAY... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in
low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in
low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Where:
Ocean, Atlantic, Cape May and Southeastern Burlington.
Ocean, Atlantic, Cape May and Southeastern Burlington.
When:
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 4 PM to 10 PM EDT
Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Wednesday afternoon
through late Thursday night.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 4 PM to 10 PM EDT
Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Wednesday afternoon
through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in
coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal
waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to
vulnerable structures may begin to occur.
At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in
coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal
waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to
vulnerable structures may begin to occur.
Additional Details:
Moderate tidal flooding could continue
through at least Friday evening's high tide or perhaps longer.
Moderate tidal flooding could continue
through at least Friday evening's high tide or perhaps longer.
Instructions:
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.
Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.
Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Areas Impacted:
Ocean
Atlantic
Cape May
Southeastern Burlington
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 4:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 1:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Mount Holly NJ
COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TO 10 PM EDT TUESDAY... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in
low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in
low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Where:
Kent and Inland Sussex.
Kent and Inland Sussex.
When:
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 4 PM to 10 PM EDT
Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Wednesday afternoon
through late Thursday night.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 4 PM to 10 PM EDT
Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Wednesday afternoon
through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in
coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal
waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to
vulnerable structures may begin to occur.
At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in
coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal
waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to
vulnerable structures may begin to occur.
Additional Details:
Moderate tidal flooding could continue
through at least Friday evening's high tide or perhaps longer.
Moderate tidal flooding could continue
through at least Friday evening's high tide or perhaps longer.
Instructions:
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.
Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.
Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Areas Impacted:
Kent
Inland Sussex
Coastal Flood Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Sep 23 2026 4:00 PM EDT – Friday, Sep 25 2026 1:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Mount Holly NJ
HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TO 10 PM EDT TUESDAY... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM EDT FRIDAY... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 6 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone.
For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of inundation
above ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways.
For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 6 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone.
For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of inundation
above ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways.
Where:
Delaware Beaches.
Delaware Beaches.
When:
For the High Rip Current Risk, from Tuesday morning
through Friday afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from
4 PM to 10 PM EDT Tuesday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8
AM Wednesday to 6 PM EDT Friday. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
from Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
For the High Rip Current Risk, from Tuesday morning
through Friday afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from
4 PM to 10 PM EDT Tuesday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8
AM Wednesday to 6 PM EDT Friday. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
from Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in
coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal
waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to
vulnerable structures may begin to occur. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in
coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal
waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to
vulnerable structures may begin to occur. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
Additional Details:
Significant beach erosion is likely through
this week and into the weekend. Moderate tidal flooding could
continue through Friday or perhaps longer.
Significant beach erosion is likely through
this week and into the weekend. Moderate tidal flooding could
continue through Friday or perhaps longer.
Instructions:
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.
Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone,
always have a floatation device with you and swim near a
lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel
to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop.
Be prepared to begin taking appropriate action to protect life
and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency
management officials. Be sure to check the latest forecast from
time to time in case a warning is issued or any new information
becomes available.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone,
always have a floatation device with you and swim near a
lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel
to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
Areas Impacted:
Delaware Beaches