Headline:
Coastal Flood Statement issued October 10 at 3:20PM EDT until October 11 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 10, 2026 - 12:20pm
Expires:
October 10, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7
to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood
Statement, up to one half foot of inundation above ground
level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk for rip
currents expected.
* WHERE...Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM EDT
Sunday. For the Coastal Flood Statement, from Sunday morning
through Sunday afternoon. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
from Sunday morning through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Instruction:
Do not drive through flooded roadways.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description:
Accomack; Northampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov