Weather Alert in New York
Coastal Flood Warning Rip Current Statement
Coastal Flood Statement issued September 20 at 5:08PM EDT until September 21 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
AREAS AFFECTED: Bronx; Northern Nassau
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Statement, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. * WHERE...Bronx and Northern Nassau Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Statement, from 11 PM this evening to 4 AM EDT Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 11 AM to 4 PM EDT Saturday. * COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Minor flooding in the more vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Some roads and low lying properties including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes and businesses with basements near the waterfront will experience minor flooding. Localized moderate flooding is possible Saturday afternoon. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional rounds of minor coastal flooding around the times high tide can be expected into Sunday.
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.
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