Active AlertsAccomack

What: For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 13 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Where: In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In Virginia, Accomack and Northampton Counties.
When: For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 AM EDT Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Monday afternoon through Wednesday morning.
Impacts: Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.

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. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.