Coastal Flood Warning issued September 23 at 3:40PM EDT until September 25

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the
Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip currents. For the
Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation above
ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and
tidal waterways.

* WHERE...In Maryland, the Maryland Beaches. In Virginia,
Accomack and Northampton Counties.

* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM EDT Thursday.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 4 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in
an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses
near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet
above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth
to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses.
Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal
rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of
vehicles.