Severe Storm Surge ● Active
Coastal Flood Warning issued October 21 at 2:07PM EDT until October 22 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA, United States of America
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* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6
to 9 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Warning, up
to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Virginia Beach.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 PM EDT Thursday.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 9 AM EDT Thursday.
* 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 2 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion.
Measurements
| Coordinates | 39.9645, -100.8105 |
|---|---|
| Region | Virginia Beach |
| Location Precision | country |
| Issuing Authority | United States of America — us-noaa-nws-en |
| Cap Urgency | Expected |
| Cap Certainty | Likely |
| Cap Expires | 2026-10-21T22:15:00-04:00 |
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Area as the agency stated it: Virginia Beach
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