Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued September 27 at 3:14PM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 27, 2026 - 12:14pm
Expires:
September 28, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to
8 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 1
1/2 ft, locally 2 ft, of inundation above ground level expected
in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...Southwest Suffolk and Southern Nassau Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM this
evening to 2 PM EDT Monday.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Widespread minor to locally moderate
flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the
waterfront and shoreline. Expect 1 to 1 1/2 ft, locally 2 ft,
feet of inundation above ground level. Some roads and low lying
property including parking lots, parks, lawns and
homes/businesses with basements near the waterfront will
experience shallow flooding.
* SHOREFRONT AND BEACH IMPACTS...Breaking waves of 4 to 8 feet
along with elevated water levels will result in scattered areas
of dune erosion and beach flooding with tonight and Monday. Life
threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the
surf zone.
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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
If you enter the surf zone, always have a flotation device with
you and swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax
and float, and do not swim against the current. If able, swim in
a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face
the shore and yell or wave for help.
Area Description:
Southwest Suffolk; Southern Nassau
Forcast Office:
NWS Upton NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov