Coastal Flood Warning

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC 546 AM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Up to two feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas due to tidal flooding. * WHERE...Shoreline in the District of Columbia, Arlington County, and the City of Alexandria. * WHEN...Until 4 AM EDT Wednesday, especially around the time of high tide. * IMPACTS...The unprotected area on the Southwest Waterfront at the DC Seafood Market is expected to flood. Water is expected to approach parts of the Hains Point Loop Road, but it will likely be closed. Water is expected to approach buildings near King Street and Union Street in Alexandria. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tides two and a half to three feet above normal. The next two high tides at Alexandria are at 1:17 PM this afternoon and 1:33 AM overnight. The next two high tides at Washington Channel are at 12:59 PM this afternoon and 1:15 AM overnight. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. &&