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NWS Issues Coastal Flood Statements for Parts of New Jersey and New York Tonight

Forecasters expect tide-driven flooding in low spots near the waterfront up to a half foot deep.

Overview

  • The National Weather Service, which issued the alerts Friday at 2:31 p.m., covered Hudson, Essex, Union, Queens, Nassau, and Westchester counties.
  • Hudson, Essex, Union, Queens, and Nassau are under statements for the 7 to 10 p.m. high tide.
  • Westchester faces a later window from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday.
  • Up to one half foot of water above ground is expected in vulnerable waterfront and shoreline areas, affecting low streets, yards, and docks.
  • Forecasters say another minor flooding round is possible during Saturday evening’s high tide, so more notices or an advisory could follow.