Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Coastal York and Rockingham Counties Through Monday Afternoon
The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Warning for coastal Maine and New Hampshire, forecasting 1-2 feet of inundation and significant wave action on Monday.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, has issued a Coastal Flood Warning for coastal regions of Maine and New Hampshire. The alert is triggered by a large ocean storm expected to impact the area during the Monday afternoon high tide.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the following geographic regions:
- Maine: Coastal York County
- New Hampshire: Coastal Rockingham County
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected areas are advised 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.
Expected Conditions
Minor to moderate coastal flooding impacts are expected. Water levels just above flood stage will result in 1 to 2 feet of inundation in the most flood-prone locations.
Significant nearshore waves of 10 to 15 feet are also forecast. These conditions will likely result in:
- Significant beach erosion
- Splash over
- The lofting of rocks and ice onto shoreline roads
Timeline
The Coastal Flood Warning is effective from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice