Coastal flood statement for monroe county lower keys, florida
until 5:00pm edt, fri oct 11
action recommended: attend to information sources as described in the instructions
issued by: key west - fl, us, national weather service,
... Minor coastal flooding will continue across low-lying areas... coastal flooding... Minor saltwater flooding will continue to affect the florida keys, with total water levels reaching nearly two feet above mean sea level, or up to one foot above the normal predicted tide levels. timing... For the lower and middle keys, the impacts from saltwater flooding will be greatest during the higher-high tide which will occur between noon and the late afternoon hours. Water levels across the upper keys will tend to stay high, with little to no relief at low tide. * impacts... Minor saltwater flooding of low elevation streets and lots is possible. Some storm drains will overflow and some seawalls and docks will be overtopped. Boaters can expect less clearance under fixed bridges. Motorists should remember that persistent puddles around the times of high tide are almost certain to be a mix of saltwater.