Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 11 at 11:35AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 11, 2026 - 8:35am
Expires:
October 11, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7
to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood
Statement, up to one half foot of inundation above ground
level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk for
rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Statement, until 3 PM EDT this
afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Instruction:
Do not drive through flooded roadways.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description:
Accomack; Northampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov