Værmelding for False Cape Coast Guard Station (historical)

Coastal Flood Watch issued September 20 at 3:40PM EDT until September 22 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous ripcurrents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot ofinundation above ground level in low-lying areas nearshorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch,one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible inlow- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.* WHERE...In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck County. InVirginia, Virginia Beach.* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Saturdayevening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 6 AM EDTSaturday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Saturday morningthrough Sunday afternoon.* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying propertyincluding homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructuremay be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Breakingwaves of 3 to 5 ft will result in rough surf conditions and ahigh risk of rip currents.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional flooding is likely throughMonday.If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may beclosed. Do not drive around barricades or through water ofunknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-proneproperty.Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

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