The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood statement at 4:33 p.m. on Monday valid from Tuesday 9 p.m. until Wednesday midnight for Nassau County.

"Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline," says the weather service. "Additional minor coastal flooding is possible with subsequent high tides, particularly for the Wednesday morning and Thursday morning cycles."

"Brief minor flooding of the more vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone. Anyone visiting the beaches should stay out of the surf. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water," comments the weather service. "Do not drive t

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