NWS Jacksonville Issues Coastal Flood Warning for Northeast Florida

The National Weather Service in Jacksonville, Florida, has issued a Coastal Flood Warning for Northeast Florida beaches, effective through 5:00 AM EDT on Wednesday, October 28. Additional advisories for high surf and dangerous rip currents are also in effect.

The Coastal Flood Warning covers Coastal Nassau, Coastal Duval, Coastal Flagler, Northeast Coastal St. Johns, and Southeast Coastal St. Johns. The warning remains active until 5:00 AM EDT Wednesday. A High Surf Advisory is also in place until 2:00 AM EDT Wednesday, and a High Rip Current Risk extends through late Tuesday night.

Significant coastal flooding is expected around high tide periods, causing water to inundate low-lying property, including homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure. Road closures are anticipated, alongside shoreline erosion throughout the impacted areas.

Marine hazards include large breaking waves ranging from 8 to 10 feet, creating dangerous conditions for swimming and surfing. Rip currents present a severe risk and can sweep swimmers away from the shore into deeper water.

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