Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued September 24 at 9:08PM EDT until September 26 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 6:08pm
Expires:
September 25, 2026 - 6:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Around two feet of inundation above ground level
possible in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...Northeast Suffolk County.
* WHEN...From Friday evening through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Friday night into early Saturday, widespread flooding
of vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline, including
roads, parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes and businesses with
basements near the waterfront. Numerous road closures are
likely, and vehicles parked in vulnerable areas near the
waterfront will likely become flooded. Flooding will also extend
inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays.
Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach
erosion. Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all
people entering the surf zone. Anyone visiting the beaches
should stay out of the surf. Rip currents can sweep even the
best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
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:
Northeast Suffolk
Forcast Office:
NWS Upton NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov