Headline:
Rip Current Statement issued September 27 at 3:14PM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Event:
Rip Current Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 27, 2026 - 12:14pm
Expires:
September 28, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, breaking waves of 3 to 5
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 of
inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near
the waterfront and shoreline. The highest water levels likely
with the Monday morning high tide.
* WHERE...Southern Queens County.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to noon
EDT Monday.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Widespread minor flooding is expected in
the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline,
particularly with the Monday morning high tide. Expect 1 to 1
1/2 ft 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 3 to 5 feet
along with elevated water levels will result in localized dune
erosion and beach flooding. 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:
Southern Queens
Forcast Office:
NWS Upton NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov