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Coastal Flood Warning
Issued: 2:23 PM Feb. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Minor coastal flooding impacts expected due to a large ocean storm for the afternoon high tide. * WHERE...In Maine, Coastal York County. In New Hampshire, Coastal Rockingham County. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 6 PM EST this evening. * TIDAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Water levels just above flood stage will result in 1 to 2 feet of inundation in the most flood-prone locations. * WAVE IMPACTS...Significant nearshore waves of 10-15 feet will result in significant beach erosion...splash over...and the lofting of rocks and ice onto shoreline roads. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. Seavey Island / Portsmouth NH MLLW Categories - Minor 11.5 ft, Moderate 12.5 ft, Major 13.5 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 2.6 ft, Moderate 3.6 ft, Major 4.6 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/03 PM 9.9 1.0 2.4 10-11 Minor 24/04 AM 9.1 0.2 0.3 12 None 24/05 PM 6.8 -2.1 -0.6 7-8 None 25/05 AM 8.8 -0.1 0.2 3-4 None 25/06 PM 7.3 -1.6 0.1 3 None 26/06 AM 8.4 -0.5 -0.1 2 None Hampton Harbor NH MLLW Categories - Minor 11.0 ft, Moderate 12.0 ft, Major 13.0 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.4 ft, Major 3.4 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/04 PM 10.3 0.7 2.3 2 Minor 24/04 AM 9.3 -0.3 0.3 2 None 24/05 PM 7.0 -2.6 -0.6 1 None 25/05 AM 9.0 -0.6 0.2 1 None 25/06 PM 7.5 -2.1 0.1 1 None 26/06 AM 8.6 -1.0 -0.1 1 None &&
Storm Warning
Issued: 11:07 AM Feb. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...North winds 35 to 45 kt with gusts up to 60 kt and seas 13 to 18 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM, Penobscot Bay, Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM, Casco Bay and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. &&
Blizzard Warning
Issued: 11:07 AM Feb. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Coastal Rockingham, Eastern Hillsborough, and Interior Rockingham Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected with visibilities below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The greatest potential for blizzard conditions will exist during the daylight hours today. The hazardous conditions will arrive during the morning commute and will continue through the evening commute. Strong winds will down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. A Few trees and power lines could be downed. The power outage threat is elevated. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions can be obtained by going to newengland511.org Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. &&
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