Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued October 18 at 5:36AM EDT until October 21 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 18, 2026 - 2:36am
Expires:
October 18, 2026 - 10:45am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch, one
to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Newport News and Isle of Wight Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 1 PM this
afternoon to 7 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood
Watch, from Monday afternoon through Wednesday morning.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
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:
Newport News; Isle of Wight
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov