Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Key West, FL
Issued by NWS Key West, FL
817 WHUS42 KKEY 291714 CFWKEY Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Key West FL 114 PM EDT Tue Sep 29 2026 FLZ076-300300- /O.EXT.KKEY.CF.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260930T1100Z/ Monroe Upper Keys- 114 PM EDT Tue Sep 29 2026 ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT... * WHAT...Major saltwater flooding. * WHERE...Upper Florida Keys, particularly in the sounds, Bay side of Key Largo. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure will be inundated. In the Upper Keys, little relief can be expected even outside the hours around high tide. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. && $$ FLZ077-078-300300- /O.EXT.KKEY.CF.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-260930T1100Z/ Monroe Middle Keys-Monroe Lower Keys- 114 PM EDT Tue Sep 29 2026 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Saltwater flooding. * WHERE...Middle and Lower Florida Keys. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Saltwater flooding of low elevation streets and lots is expected. Some storm drains will overflow, and some seawalls and docks will be overtopped. Boaters can expect less clearance under fixed bridges. Motorists should remember that persistent puddles around the times of high tide are almost certain to contain a mix of saltwater. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. && $$