Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued September 21 at 6:00PM EDT until September 25 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 3:00pm
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Up to two to three feet of inundation above ground
level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Inland Worcester County. In Virginia,
Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Inland Worcester
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov