Coastal Flood Advisory and High Surf Advisory Issued for Maine and New Hampshire

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Gray, Maine, has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory and a High Surf Advisory for several counties in Maine and New Hampshire. The alerts are in effect from August 21 at 7:56 PM EDT until August 23 at 1:00 AM EDT.

According to the NWS, the High Surf Advisory warns of large breaking waves ranging from 6 to 10 feet and a high risk of dangerous rip currents. The affected areas include Coastal York, Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln, and Knox Counties in Maine, as well as Coastal Rockingham County in New Hampshire. The advisory is scheduled from 6 AM on Friday to 8 PM EDT on Saturday.

Simultaneously, the Coastal Flood Advisory predicts minor coastal flooding and splash-over in the same regions. The advisory is set to be in effect from 10 PM on Friday to 1 AM EDT on Saturday. The impacts of these advisories may include flooding of lots, parks, and roads, with isolated road closures expected. Additionally, dangerous swimming and surfing conditions, as well as localized beach erosion, are anticipated.

These weather-related advisories highlight the importance of staying informed and taking necessary precautions to ensure safety during potentially hazardous conditions. Residents and visitors in the affected areas are advised to heed the warnings and stay updated on the latest weather developments.

For more information and updates on the Coastal Flood Advisory and High Surf Advisory, please visit the NWS website at [NWS Gray ME](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.4640f8e4dafe56cf15937780b2c94f00ea33e077.001.3.cap).

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References:
– NWS Gray ME. (n.d.). Coastal Flood Advisory issued August 21 at 7:56PM EDT until August 23 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Gray ME. National Weather Service. [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.4640f8e4dafe56cf15937780b2c94f00ea33e077.001.3.cap](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.4640f8e4dafe56cf15937780b2c94f00ea33e077.001.3.cap)

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