Headline:
Coastal Flood Warning issued September 24 at 2:57PM EDT until September 26 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 11:57am
Expires:
September 24, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Prince George (including Hopewell), Charles City,
Surry, James City, Isle of Wight, and Newport News.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result
in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and
businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2
to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a
sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes
and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the
waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road
closures and flooding of vehicles.
Instruction:
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Area Description:
Prince George; Charles City; Surry; James City; Newport News; Isle of Wight
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov