Nor'easter Impacts Coastal Areas of Virginia Beach and Eastern Shore
What happened
The National Weather Service issued forecasts regarding the continued impacts of a nor'easter on the Hampton Roads region, including Virginia Beach and the Eastern Shore. Coastal flood warnings are in effect through Sunday morning, with up to three feet of inundation expected in low-lying areas near shorelines. Persistent northeast winds of 25 to 25 mph, with frequent gusts up to 45 to 50 mph, are expected to continue through Saturday.
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Why it matters
The severe weather alerts indicate a high risk of property damage for buildings near shorelines and waterfronts. The warnings include high surf advisories and high rip current risks for area beaches. Due to the conditions, road closures are anticipated in affected low-lying areas.
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Who's involved
- National Weather ServiceU.S. forecasting agency issuing alerts for the region.
- Virginia BeachAffected location receiving specific weather warnings.
- Eastern ShoreRegion receiving forecasts and warnings from the NWS.
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The entities involved
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National Weather Service
U.S. forecasting agency of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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Virginia Beach
independent city in Virginia, United States
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Eastern Shore
region of the United States east of Chesapeake Bay, in the states of Maryland and Virginia
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