Coastal Flood Advisory: Coastal Georgetown

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Coastal Flood Advisory — Coastal Georgetown
Severity: Minor. Certainty: Likely.
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected. There will also be a strong
north to south longshore current.

* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 AM EDT Sunday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Sunday through
Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches will
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks will observe minor coastal flooding. Some roads may
become impassable. Check with local officials for the latest
information regarding coastal flood impacts and closures. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.

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