Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued May 21 at 4:36PM EDT until May 22 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 21, 2025 - 1:36pm
Expires:
May 22, 2025 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Up to 1 1/2 foot of inundation above ground level
expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...In Connecticut, Southern Fairfield, Southern New
Haven, Southern Middlesex and Southern New London Counties. In
New York, Southern Westchester, Bronx and Northern Queens
Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 PM to 10 PM EDT Thursday.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Minor flooding in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Expect up to 1 1/2
feet of inundation above ground level in low lying, vulnerable
areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots,
parks, lawns and homes/businesses with basements near the
waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The magnitude of coastal flooding will
depend on how quickly winds turn to the the north. If winds turn
northerly quicker than currently forecast, coastal flooding
magnitude would be lower than predicted and any wave action
minimized.
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.
Area Description:
Southern Fairfield; Southern New Haven; Southern Middlesex; Southern New London; Southern Westchester; Bronx; Northern Queens
Forcast Office:
NWS Upton NY