The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued multiple weather alerts impacting coastal regions in the United States. High Surf Advisories, Rip Current Statements, Coastal Flood Advisories, and Beach Hazards Statements have been issued for various counties, including Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover, Accomack, Northampton, Gloucester, Middlesex, Mathews, York, Charles City, Surry, James City, and Isle of Wight Counties.
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The High Surf Advisory warns of large breaking waves ranging from 4 to 11 feet in the surf zone, posing dangerous swimming and surfing conditions. Rip currents are also a significant risk, with the potential to sweep swimmers away from shore into deeper waters. Additionally, localized beach erosion is expected as a result of the high surf.
Coastal Flood Advisories and Warnings predict up to one to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. This flooding could lead to property damage, road closures, and threats to homes and businesses along the waterfront and shoreline.
These weather alerts are in effect until various times, ranging from midnight on Thursday to 11 PM EDT on the same day, depending on the specific county and type of advisory.
In Alaska, a Special Weather Statement has been issued for the AK Range, where light snow is expected to begin in the evening. Accumulations of 3 to 6 inches of snow are forecasted in some areas, with marginal temperatures leading to slushy conditions along certain highways.
These weather events highlight the importance of staying informed and taking necessary precautions to ensure safety during adverse weather conditions. Residents in the affected areas are advised to heed the warnings, avoid swimming in dangerous waters, and prepare for potential flooding.
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References:
– NWS Wilmington NC. (n.d.). High Surf Advisory. [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.9dd131e2261ca0edf9b0846ae0c9e0adf9504a02.001.2.cap]
– NWS Wakefield VA. (n.d.). Coastal Flood Warning. [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.c2b5dec8f302815d6e2499749f8682cfca274a28.001.1.cap]
– NWS Fairbanks AK. (n.d.). Special Weather Statement. [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.2e770d003a7a772f524043d0bc4fd5028398be27.001.1.cap]
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