Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Staten Island

Warning in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday night

Apr. 18, 2026 at 2:21am

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The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for Staten Island, New York, warning of up to one foot of inundation above ground level in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. The advisory is in effect from Saturday at 8 p.m. through Sunday at midnight.

Why it matters

Coastal flood advisories are issued when minor flooding is expected in low-lying areas along the coast, often due to high tides, storm surge, or heavy rainfall. This can pose risks to residents, infrastructure, and transportation in the affected areas.

The details

The National Weather Service released the updated coastal flood advisory on Friday at 10:17 p.m., warning of up to one foot of inundation above ground level in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline of Staten Island.

  • The coastal flood advisory is in effect from Saturday, April 19, 2026 at 8 p.m. until Sunday, April 20, 2026 at 12 a.m.

The players

National Weather Service

The National Weather Service is a scientific agency of the United States government that is tasked with providing weather forecasts, warnings, and other meteorological information to the public.

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What’s next

Residents in vulnerable coastal areas of Staten Island should monitor the weather conditions and be prepared to take appropriate actions, such as moving to higher ground, if necessary.

The takeaway

This coastal flood advisory highlights the importance of being prepared for potential flooding events, especially in low-lying coastal areas that are susceptible to the impacts of high tides, storm surge, and heavy rainfall.