Beach Hazards Statement

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Statement, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk for rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Accomack and Northampton Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM EDT Sunday. For the Coastal Flood Statement, from Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Sunday morning through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.