Coastal Flood Advisory Issued For Sound Shore On Saturday

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY — A Coastal Flood Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for much of the Sound Shore, including Westchester County.

The advisory will be in effect from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on October 9, with the greatest chance of flooding occurring around the times of high tide. Southern Westchester, Northern Nassau and Northwest Suffolk counties are included in the advisory.

High tide in New Rochelle will occur shortly before 1:30 p.m. High tide in Port Chester will be just before 1:45 p.m.

Up to one foot of inundation above ground level is expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. Some roads and low-lying properties, including parking lots, parks, lawns and homes with basements near the waterfront will see some minor flooding.

The NWS warns that if travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary action now to protect flood-prone property.