Coastal Low Brings Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds, Tidal Flooding

A coastal storm will continue to impact parts of the mid-Atlantic Tuesday into Wednesday before pushing away from the East Coast Thursday. A flood watch is in effect for southeastern Virginia and eastern North Carolina, including the Outer Banks, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newport News and Williamsburg as an additional 2-3 inches of rain will be possible, with isolated totals as high as 5 inches. Gusty winds will push water onshore, so the threat for moderate tidal flooding, maybe even major, is increasing along the James River and parts of the Chesapeake Bay. Tuesday evening’s high tide is of most concern. Large breaking waves will lead to a high risk for rip currents, so it’s best to stay out of the water. Here’s the latest update.