The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington has
issued a Coastal Flood Watch, which is in effect from this
afternoon through Saturday morning.
* LOCATIONS...Shoreline in the District of Columbia.
* TIDAL DEPARTURE...Around 2 feet above normal.
* TIMING...Within a few hours of high tide. High tide at
Washington Channel be at 6:29 AM this morning, with the second
higher high tide at 6:39 PM this evening.
* IMPACTS...For this morning, shoreline inundation is expected
along portions of the seawall adjacent to Ohio Drive and the
Hains Point Loop Road, and near the Tidal Basin and Jefferson
Memorial. Minor shoreline inundation up to one foot above ground
is possible elsewhere. For this evening, there is potential for
the unprotected area on the Southwest Waterfront at the DC
Seafood Market to flood. Water may also approach parts of the
Hains Point Loop Road, and it may be closed. Shoreline
inundation up to one foot above ground is likely elsewhere.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Coastal Flood Advisory indicates that onshore winds and tides
will combine to generate flooding of low areas along the shore.
A Coastal Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
flooding are expected to develop. Coastal residents should be
alert for later statements or warnings, and take action to
protect property.
Many alerts regard violent crime. Do not take action, instead call 911 with the event number if listed.
December 21, 2018 - 3:37 AM
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