Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued October 18 at 9:56PM EDT until October 21 at 10:00AM 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 Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
up to one foot of inundation above ground level possible in
low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Isle of Wight County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 2 PM Monday to 6
AM EDT Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Tuesday
afternoon 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.
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:
Isle of Wight
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov