Coastal Flood Warning for Accomack and Northampton Counties
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A Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for Accomack and Northampton Counties until 5 PM EDT today with 1-2 feet of inundation expected.
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- Record type
- Coastal Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Accomack and Northampton Counties, Virginia
- Issued
- September 27, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Wakefield VA
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Alert Details
Coastal Flood Warning issued by NWS Wakefield VA. Effective from September 27, 2026 at 1:54 PM EDT until September 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT.
Affected Areas
Accomack and Northampton Counties.
What You Should Do
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Expected Conditions
One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. High rip current risk.
Timeline
The warning is in effect through this evening until 5:00 PM EDT on September 27, 2026.
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