Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service New York NY 438 AM EST Wed Feb 28 2018 ...Several Tidal Cycles of Moderate Coastal Flooding Possible Friday through Saturday... ...Areas of Dune Erosion and Localized Washovers Possible along the Atlantic Ocean Beachfront Saturday into Monday... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT... The National Weather Service in New York NY has issued a Coastal Flood Watch, which is in effect from Friday morning through late Saturday night. * LOCATIONS...Along the Southern and Eastern Bays of Long Island, Jamaica Bay in Queens and the Atlantic Ocean beachfront. * TIDAL DEPARTURE...1 1/2 to 2 1/2 ft on Friday, and potentially 2 to 3 ft above astronomical tides on Saturday. * TIMING...Potential for moderate coastal flooding during the times of high tide Friday and Saturday. * COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...There is potential for several tidal cycles of widespread flooding of vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. 2 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas is possible. This would result in numerous road closures and cause widespread flooding of low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns and homes/businesses with basements near the waterfront. Vehicles parked in vulnerable areas near the waterfront would become flooded. Flooding would also extend inland from the waterfront along tidally affected rivers. * SHORELINE IMPACTS...Breaking waves will likely result in significant beach erosion Saturday through Sunday. Areas of dune erosion and localized washovers are possible. * UNCERTAINTY...Since this is still a Day 3 to 4 forecast, predictability is moderate on track and intensity of this storm. It is therefore too early to provide point water level forecasts. Confidence and clarity on local coastal impact details should increase over the next 24 to 36 hrs, so continue to monitor subsequent forecasts for the latest.
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