Coastal Flood Watch
Monroe County Lower Keys, FL
...COASTAL FLOOD STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH
THURSDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Minor saltwater flooding will continue across the Florida
Keys today through Tuesday night, especially around the times of
high tide. Major saltwater flooding of 1 to 3 feet above ground
level on the Gulf and Bayside will be possible Wednesday morning
through Thursday afternoon as Hurricane Milton moves across the
eastern Gulf of Mexico into the west coast of Florida. Atlantic-
facing shorelines will be susceptible to crashing waves and
overwash, leading to saltwater flooding in the adjacent
neighborhoods.
* WHERE...Florida Keys.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Statement, through late Tuesday
night. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Wednesday morning
through Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Through Tuesday night, minor saltwater flooding of low
elevation streets and lots is likely, with little relief during
low tide. Some storm drains will overflow, and some seawalls and
docks will be overtopped. Boaters can expect less clearance
under fixed bridges. Motorists should remember that persistent
puddles around the times of high tide are almost certain to
contain a mix of saltwater. For Wednesday morning through
Thursday afternoon, storm surge flooding may cause numerous
roads to be closed. Low lying property including homes,
businesses, and some critical infrastructure may be inundated.
Some shoreline erosion may occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
