Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Florida Keys
The National Weather Service in Key West has issued a Coastal Flood Warning for the Florida Keys, in effect from October 27 at 4:00 AM EDT until October 28 at 5:00 AM EDT. Major saltwater flooding is expected across the region.
The National Weather Service in Key West, Florida, issued the warning for the Monroe Upper Keys, Monroe Middle Keys, and Monroe Lower Keys. The coastal flood alert remains active until 5:00 AM EDT Wednesday.
Major saltwater flooding is anticipated throughout the area, especially at times of high tide. Little relief is expected during low tide, particularly in the Upper Keys.
Impacts from the flooding may cause numerous road closures. Low-lying properties, including homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure, will be inundated, and shoreline erosion is expected to occur.