Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued September 22 at 2:10AM EDT until September 25 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 11:10pm
Expires:
September 22, 2026 - 8:00am
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 Coastal Flood Watch, one
to three feet of inundation above ground level possible in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Westmoreland, Richmond, Northumberland, Lancaster,
Middlesex, Mathews, Western Essex and Eastern Essex Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 10 AM this morning
to 5 AM EDT Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from late
tonight through Friday 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.
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:
Westmoreland; Richmond; Northumberland; Lancaster; Middlesex; Mathews; Western Essex; Eastern Essex
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov