Headline:
Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 2:06PM EDT until September 27 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Coastal Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 26, 2026 - 11:06am
Expires:
September 26, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...One to three feet of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Prince George (including Hopewell and Petersburg),
Charles City, Surry, James City, Newport News and Isle of
Wight Counties.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Sunday.
* 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 1 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