Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 26 at 2:08PM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 26, 2026 - 11:08am
Expires:
September 27, 2026 - 12:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways (4.9 to
7.1 feet Mean Lower Low Water).
* WHERE...Washington, Southern Bristol MA, Southern Plymouth MA,
Southeast Providence RI, Eastern Kent RI, Bristol RI, and
Newport RI Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Splashover and Minor coastal flooding is expected in
the lowest lying areas along the south coast of Rhode Island and
Massachusetts over multiple high tide cycles late today through
this weekend. A few immediate coastal roads may briefly flood
due to wave action. In addition...minor beach erosion is also
possible.
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:
Southern Bristol; Southern Plymouth; Southeast Providence; Eastern Kent; Bristol; Washington; Newport; Block Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Boston/Norton MA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov