Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Coastal Rockingham County Through Monday Evening

Alert Details

A Coastal Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Gray ME. This alert follows an earlier Coastal Flood Statement and is triggered by a large ocean storm expected to impact the region during the Monday afternoon high tide.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts Coastal Rockingham County. Residents in low-lying coastal areas should prepare for rising water levels.

What You Should Do

Authorities advise residents to take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. The official response recommendation is to avoid flooded areas and shoreline roads where debris may be present.

Expected Conditions

Minor coastal flooding is expected as water levels rise just above flood stage, resulting in 1 to 2 feet of inundation in the most flood-prone locations. Significant nearshore waves of 10 to 15 feet are forecast. These conditions will likely result in significant beach erosion, splash-over, and the lofting of rocks and ice onto shoreline roads.

Timeline

• Coastal Flood Statement: In effect until 4:00 AM EST early Monday morning.
• Coastal Flood Warning: Effective from 1:00 PM this afternoon until 6:00 PM EST this evening, February 23.