Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 1 at 1:42PM EDT until October 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
WHAT: Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
WHERE: Norfolk/Portsmouth, Newport News and Hampton/Poquoson
Counties, and Suffolk and Chesapeake.
WHEN: Until 8 PM EDT Thursday.
IMPACTS: Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low
threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water
above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads
and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns
near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
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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.