On Friday at 4:41 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a coastal flood statement in effect until 7 p.m. for Nassau County.
The weather service states to be ready for, “Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in the most vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline as total water levels approach minor coastal flood benchmarks.”
“Some water on low-lying roads and parking lots immediately along the waterfront,” comments the weather service. “Do not drive through flooded roadways.”
Understanding the differences between advisories, watches, and warnings
- Flash flood warning: Take action!
A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring. If you are in a flood-prone area, move immediately to high ground. A flash flood is a sudden violent flood that can take from minutes to hours to develop. It is even possible to experience a flash flood in areas not immediately receiving rain.
- Flood warning: Take action!
A flood warning is issued when flooding is imminent or occurring.
- Flood advisory: Be aware:
A flood advisory is issued when flooding is not expected to be bad enough to issue a warning. However, it may cause significant inconvenience, and if caution is not exercised, it could lead to situations that may threaten life and/or property.
- Flood watch: Be prepared:
A flood watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding. It does not mean flooding will occur, but it is possible.
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