Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued October 18 at 9:56PM EDT until October 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 18, 2026 - 6:56pm
Expires:
October 19, 2026 - 3:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8
to 14 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the
Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of inundation above
ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and
tidal waterways.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck County. In
Virginia, Virginia Beach.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 PM EDT Wednesday.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from noon Monday to midnight
EDT Monday night. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from late
Monday night through Wednesday morning.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Area Description:
Eastern Currituck; Virginia Beach
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov