Coastal flood advisories have been issued as a strong storm approaches New York City, Long Island and New Jersey.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The CBS News New York team declared Friday a First Alert Weather Day\u00a0for heavy rain and 45-50+ mph wind gusts, which could cause downed trees and power outages.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The National Weather Service said coastal flood advisories will be in effect tomorrow morning, impacting parts of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, southern Nassau County and northern New Jersey.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Up to one foot of inundation is expected in vulnerable areas on Long Island and in Queens from 4 a.m. to 10 a.m. Friday, the National Weather Service said.<\/p>\n
Up to half a foot of inundation is expected in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Hudson, Essex and Union counties from 5 a.m. to 11 a.m., the NWS says.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Some roads and other low-lying properties, like parking lots, parks, lawns and basements, will likely be dealing with minor flooding, officials say.<\/p>\n
Drivers are advised to allow extra time for travel when flood advisories are in effect and to not drive around barricades or through any flooded roadways.\u00a0<\/p>\n