Elevated North America

NWS / NOAA weather: Coastal Flood Warning issued September 24 at 2:14AM EDT until September 25 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, two to three feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the
Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents.

* WHERE...Virginia Beach.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 4 PM EDT Friday.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 AM EDT Friday. For the
Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result
in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and
businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2
to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a
sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes
and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the
waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road
closures and flooding of vehicles.

Severity
Severe (4/5) · CAP Severe
This month
1083rd Weather alert at severity 4+ in the last 30 days
Source: NWS / NOAA weather

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