Headline:
Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 7:26PM EDT until September 27 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 26, 2026 - 4:26pm
Expires:
September 27, 2026 - 12:30am
Description:
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Inland Worcester County.
* WHEN...Until noon EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result
in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses
near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet
above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth
to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses.
Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal
rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of
vehicles.
Instruction:
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Area Description:
Inland Worcester
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov