Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 18 at 5:36AM EDT until October 18 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 18, 2026 - 2:36am
Expires:
October 18, 2026 - 10:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected
in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Hampton/Poquoson County.
* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 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:
Hampton/Poquoson
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov