Coastal Flood Warnings Issued From New Jersey to Outer Banks Amid Storm Threats

A strong storm system is impacting the eastern U.S. coastline with widespread heavy rain, gusty winds, and coastal flooding advisories from New Jersey to the Outer Banks. In New Jersey, coastal flood advisories have been issued for parts of the Jersey Shore due to northeast winds, with expected 1 to 3 inches of rain and possible urban flooding, while strong westerly winds will continue through Halloween. The Outer Banks are facing more severe conditions including a coastal flood warning for Hatteras Island with 2 to 3 feet of inundation, gale-force winds, high surf advisories, and significant risk of road closures and shoreline erosion. Additional warnings emphasize dangerous swimming conditions and potential damage to oceanfront structures, prompting school closures and restrictions on beach driving. Recommendations from the National Weather Service urge residents in flood-prone areas to move to higher ground and avoid flooded roads, highlighting the dangers of swift-moving water and electrical hazards during flooding. Meanwhile, flooding alerts have also been issued for parts of Norfolk, England, where high tides and restricted river drainage are expected to cause localized flooding along several roads and riverfront areas.