PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – Tidal flooding impacted several areas of Hampton Roads Friday morning.
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10 On Your Side’s Raven Payne spoke with a worker near the Lynnhaven Inlet in Virginia Beach, who said they are used to seeing flooding like this, but that they are still taking safety precautions, such as not opening the back deck.
During the flooding conditions, drivers are urged to avoid driving over hydroplane areas and to drive slowly.
In no surprise to anyone, flooding also found its way to the mermaid city. A WAVY 10 viewer sent a photo of a car stranded in flood waters by Pearl and Ligon Street.
While in Norfolk, 10 On Your Side’s Nick Broadway found ducks enjoying the rainy weather.
Ferry service suspended
In addition, until further notice, the Elizabeth River Ferry service between Norfolk and Portsmouth will be suspended due to the flooding. Passengers are instead urged to utilize the shuttle busses in Norfolk and Portsmouth. HRT has not provided a time for reopening.