Princess Anne, MD 21853 Weather Alerts

Somerset County10:21 AM EDT38.19°N, 75.71°W

Coastal Flood Warning

Severe · Expected

Until 2:00 PM Thu·Issued 2:38 AM Thu Oct 22·NWS Wakefield VA

Coastal Flood Warning issued October 22 at 2:38AM EDT until October 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

Details

What: Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

Where: Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties.

When: Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.

Impacts: Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.

What to do

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

Areas: Dorchester; Wicomico; Somerset

From the National Weather Service. In an emergency follow the instructions of local officials.

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