Coastal storm brings tidal flooding to southeastern Va., northeastern NC

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – Tidal flooding impacted several areas of Hampton Roads Friday morning.

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During the flooding conditions, drivers are urged to avoid driving over hydroplane areas and to drive slowly.

In no surprise to anyone, flooding also found its way to the mermaid city. A WAVY 10 viewer sent a photo of a car stranded in flood waters by Pearl and Ligon Street.

While in Norfolk, 10 On Your Side's Nick Broadway found ducks enjoying the rainy weather.

Ferry service suspended In addition, until further notice, the Elizabeth River Ferry service between Norfolk and Portsmouth will be suspended due to the flooding. Passengers are instead urged to utilize the shuttle busses in Norfolk and Portsmouth. HRT has not provided a time for reopening.

Norfolk parking garage open The City of Norfolk opened the York Street Garage, located at 215 W. York St., to residents looking to move their vehicles to higher ground. The York Street Garage will remain open until Sunday, Nov. 17 at 5 p.m.

City officials urge motorists not to drive through flood waters. They also encourage the use of the Waze app, which can notify users of flooded streets.

Smithfield bridge flooding Police in Smithfield posted to Facebook Friday morning , saying that the Smithfield Station Bridge will be closed until around 1 p.m. due to high water.

Outer Banks ocean overwash In the Outer Banks, conditions were worse, with NC 12 being closed on Ocracoke Island between Pony Pen and Point Beach due to ocean overwash. The stretch of road is expected to be closed for the remainder of Friday.

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Continue to check WAVY.com for updates.