Salisbury, MD 21801 Weather Alerts

Wicomico County5:48 PM EDT38.38°N, 75.63°W

Coastal Flood Warning

Severe · Expected

Until 2:00 PM Thu·Issued 2:07 PM Wed Oct 21·NWS Wakefield VA

Coastal Flood Warning issued October 21 at 2:07PM EDT until October 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

Details

What: One to two feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

Where: Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties.

When: Until 2 PM EDT Thursday.

Impacts: Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.

What to do

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

Areas: Dorchester; Wicomico; Somerset

From the National Weather Service. In an emergency follow the instructions of local officials.

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