Full Notification

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Coastal Flood Warning, which is in effect from 3 AM to 11 AM EST Friday.

* LOCATIONS...Coastal areas of Middlesex and Monmouth Counties in New Jersey.

* TIMING...Flooding will occur for a few hours around the time of high tide on Friday morning. High tide on the New Jersey oceanfront is between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM Friday. High tide on the back bays and along Raritan Bay occurs later than the high tide on the oceanfront.

* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...One to two feet of saltwater inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. At this level, widespread flooding of roadways is expected with many roads becoming impassable in coastal sections of Middlesex and Monmouth Counties. Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur. In Middlesex County, minor road flooding is possible in Woodbridge Township, Perth Amboy, Old Bridge Township, and South Amboy.

* WAVES...Wave heights on the ocean waters off the coast are forecast to be 6 to 9 feet. Wave heights on Raritan Bay are forecast to be from 2 to 5 feet.

* AFFECTED AREAS: MIDDLESEX ... EASTERN MONMOUTH ... WESTERN MONMOUTH

Instructions:

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.