* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Ocean and Coastal Ocean.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 3 PM EST this afternoon.
* 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.
* AFFECTED AREAS: OCEAN ... COASTAL 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 National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
