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Coastal Flood Statement

Fairfield County, CT · ended Today 12:00 PM EST

12:00 PM Ended 4:00 PM

SeverityMinor

UrgencyExpected

CertaintyLikely

Issued4:30 AM EST

Ended12:00 PM EST

Issued byNWS Upton, NY

What to do

Do not drive through flooded roadways.

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* WHAT...Up to half a foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.

* WHERE...Southern Fairfield County.

* WHEN...From noon today to 4 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Some water on low lying roads and property.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated minor flooding in the more vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline.

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Counties Fairfield County, CT Cities in this area

Bridgeport Stamford Norwalk Greenwich Riverside Old Greenwich Staples Cos Cob New Canaan Noroton Pemberwick Oronoque

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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.

WATCHFlooding is possible. Know your way to higher ground.

WARNINGFlooding is happening or about to. Move to higher ground now.

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.

No other alerts are in effect near this area right now.