Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 11 at 3:23AM EDT until October 11 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 11, 2026 - 12:23am
Expires:
October 11, 2026 - 8:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Westmoreland, Richmond, Northumberland, Western Essex
and Eastern Essex Counties.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 6 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low
threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water
above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads
and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns
near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
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:
Westmoreland; Richmond; Northumberland; Western Essex; Eastern Essex
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov