National Weather Service: 'Localized Minor Coastal Flooding'

The National Weather Service has issued a statement that low-lying areas in Westchester County could experience “localized minor coastal flooding” Tuesday afternoon to 10 a.m. Wednesday.

Tides could rise 1-to-1-and-a-half feet above astronomical levels, which could cause some flooding to “vulnerable shore roads and adjacent properties.” No threat to life is expected.

In addition to Westchester County, Bronx, Nassau, Queens and Suffolk counties also could be affected.

Below is the statement from NWS:

Issued By: NWS New York City - Upton (Long Island and New York City)
Affected Jurisdictions: Bronx, Nassau, Queens, Suffolk, Westchester Counties

Headline: Coastal Flood Statement issued December 02 at 3:11PM EST until December 03 at 10:00AM EST by NWS New York City - Upton

...Localized Minor Coastal Flooding Possible With High Tide wednesday Morning...* Locations...Low Lying Shorelines Along Western Long Island sound.* Tidal Departures...1 To 1 1/2 Ft Above Astronomical Tides.* Timing...During The Times Of High Tide Late Tonight Through Wednesday morning.* Impacts...Localized Minor Flooding Of The Most Vulnerable Shore roads And Adjacent Properties Due To Height Of Storm Tide Orwave Splashover. There Is No Significant Threat To Life And Any impact On Property Is Minimal.

Please stay tuned to your local radio or TV Station for more information.

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