SOUTHWEST SUFFOLK; SOUTHERN NASSAU — * WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...Southwest Suffolk and Southern Nassau Counties.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Brief minor flooding of the more vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline.
Flooding in Southwest Suffolk; Southern Nassau can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS