Full Notification

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Coastal Flood Warning, which is in effect from 7 AM to 3 PM EDT Saturday. The Coastal Flood Watch is no longer in effect.

* LOCATIONS...Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties.

* TIMING...High tide on the ocean front is between 9 and 10 AM EDT Saturday morning. High tide will occur later on back bays and the Raritan Bay.

* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...One to two feet of saltwater inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. Minor roadway flooding is possible on Long Beach Island, Seaside Heights, Point Pleasant Beach and other locations near Barnegat Bay. In Middlesex County, Minor road flooding is possible in Woodbridge Township, Perth Amboy, Old Bridge Township, and South Amboy. At this level, widespread flooding of roadways is expected with many roads becoming impassable. Lives may be at risk when people put themselves in harm's way. Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur.

* WAVES...8 to 12 feet on the ocean front.

* AFFECTED AREAS: MIDDLESEX ... EASTERN MONMOUTH ... COASTAL OCEAN ... WESTERN MONMOUTH ... OCEAN

Instructions:

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged...leading to costly repairs. Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.