MINOR
ENDED
Coastal Flood Statement
Fairfield County, CT · ended Thu 2:00 PM EST
12:00 PM
Ended
2:00 PM
SeverityMinor
UrgencyExpected
CertaintyLikely
IssuedThu 10:28 AM EST
EndedThu 2:00 PM EST
Issued byNWS Upton, NY
What to do
Do not drive through flooded roadways.
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* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...Southern Fairfield County.
* WHEN...Until 2 PM EST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Brief minor flooding of the more vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional minor coastal flooding will be possible for Friday's daytime high tide cycle.
Counties
Fairfield County, CT
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Safety
What to do during a Coastal Flood Statement
- 1Move cars from low areasSalt water damages cars quickly.
- 2Avoid shore roads at high tideFlooding is worst around high tide, especially with strong onshore wind.
- 3Never drive through flood waterWaves and currents can push cars off the road.
- 4Follow orders to leaveIf officials tell you to evacuate, go right away.
Flood Watch vs. Warning
WATCHFlooding is possible. Know your way to higher ground.
WARNINGFlooding is happening or about to. Move to higher ground now.
Coastal Flood Statement questions
When is the risk highest?
Around high tide, especially with strong onshore wind and large waves.
What is the difference between an advisory and a warning?
An advisory is for minor flooding. A warning is for flooding that threatens property and lives.
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