Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
508 WHUS41 KAKQ 150515 CFWAKQ Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wakefield VA 115 AM EDT Wed May 15 2024 NCZ017-102-VAZ098-151315- /O.NEW.KAKQ.CF.Y.0034.240515T0515Z-240515T1800Z/ Western Currituck-Eastern Currituck-Virginia Beach- 115 AM EDT Wed May 15 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Up to one foot of soundside inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Western Currituck and Eastern Currituck Counties, adjacent to the Currituck Sound. In Virginia, Virginia Beach, adjacent to Back Bay. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && $$