Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Key West, FL
Issued by NWS Key West, FL
668 WHUS42 KKEY 181954 CFWKEY Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Key West FL 354 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024 FLZ076-190400- /O.EXT.KKEY.CF.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240919T2100Z/ Monroe Upper Keys- 354 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT... * WHAT...Saltwater flooding. * WHERE...Upper Florida Keys. * WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Saltwater flooding of low elevation streets and lots is expected. Some storm drains will overflow, and some seawalls and docks will be overtopped. Boaters can expect less clearance under fixed bridges. Motorists should remember that persistent puddles around the times of high tide are almost certain to contain a mix of saltwater. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. && $$ FLZ077-078-190400- /O.EXT.KKEY.CF.S.0005.000000T0000Z-240919T2100Z/ Monroe Middle Keys-Monroe Lower Keys- 354 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Minor saltwater flooding. * WHERE...Lower and Middle Florida Keys. * WHEN...Around the hours of high tide through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Minor saltwater flooding of low elevation streets and lots is likely. Some storm drains will overflow, and some seawalls and docks will be overtopped. Boaters can expect less clearance under fixed bridges. Motorists should remember that persistent puddles around the times of high tide are almost certain to contain a mix of saltwater. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Do not drive through flooded roadways. && $$