Virginia Minor Coastal Flood Advisory | Effective 10/17/2026 08:49

Headline: 
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 17 at 11:49AM EDT until October 17 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
October 17, 2026 - 8:49am
Expires: 
October 17, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...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 High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 9 to 14 feet expected in the surf zone. 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...Virginia Beach. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from noon today to 6 PM EDT this evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EDT Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Monday afternoon through Tuesday 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: 
Virginia Beach
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov