Coastal Flood Advisory
Aransas, Calhoun, Kleberg and Nueces counties, TX · ended Tue 3:00 AM CST
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. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Aransas Islands, Kleberg Islands, Nueces Islands and Calhoun Islands Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 AM CST Tuesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the most experienced swimmers away from shore into deeper water. These rip currents can become life-threatening to anyone entering the surf.
What to do during a Coastal Flood Advisory
- 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
Coastal Flood Advisory 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.