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The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood warning and a high wind warning for the City of Alexandria. The coastal flood warning will be in effect until Wednesday, January 10 at 10 a.m., while the high wind warning will be in effect until January 10 at 1 a.m.

According to the National Weather Service, residents can expect widespread rainfall and strong winds with gusts up to 55 mph this evening. Tidal flooding along the Potomac River is also expected, reaching approximately 5 feet by 6 a.m. Wednesday. The areas most likely to be affected by coastal flooding are the intersection of King St. and Union St., as well as lower portions of King St., Prince St., and Strand St.

In response to the warnings, the City of Alexandria is urging residents, businesses, and visitors to stay informed and take appropriate actions to keep themselves safe. The City is closely monitoring the conditions and has deployed public works teams to prepare for potential issues such as downed traffic signals and debris removal.

To report any debris, downed traffic signals, or flooding, residents can use the Alexandria's Alex311 service. They can access the service through the Alex311 website or mobile app, contact @AlexandriaVA311 on social media, or call 703.746.4311. For emergencies after 10 p.m., residents should call 703.746.4444.

For power outages, residents are advised to notify Dominion Energy online or call 1-866-DOM-HELP (1-866-366-4357). And in case of emergency medical, fire, or police assistance, residents should call or text 9-1-1.

The City of Alexandria is committed to keeping its residents informed and has various channels available for updates. Residents can visit the City's website, follow its social media accounts, or subscribe to the eNews platform.

For those who prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available. They can email ocpi@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.3960 for assistance.

As the coastal flood and high wind warnings continue, it is important for residents to stay alert and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and the safety of their households. By staying informed and following the guidance of local authorities, residents can navigate through this weather event with minimal disruption.

For additional details, please follow this link: https://www.alexandriava.gov/news-citywide/2024-01-09/coastal-flood-and-high-wind-warning-in-effect-for-alexandria