How does the NWS survey storm damage, and determine the difference between straight line winds or tornadoes? Jesus Martinez explains. | KYTX CBS19

Jackie Kent is in Westport today ahead of the first major storm of the fall season that's going to cause rough seas along the coast. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Small Craft Advisory for the coast to remain in effect until 6 p.m. Thursday due to strong winds. Waves on the coast are anticipated to reach 20 feet, with a Gale Warning in effect until Friday morning for the Strait of Juan De Fuca, the San Juan Islands, and Admiralty Inlet, according to the NWS. An atmospheric river is

Tidal flooding is much worse than the NWS forecast. Near the Brick side of the Mantoloking Bridge, JSHN contributor Tony Kono reports: “Water has stayed high too since about 1p. Fish swimming in the water in our yard!” Contributor Lori Crick shares this video of fish swimming on her street in Bayville. And contributor Rick McDonough reports in from LBI: “.8' lower than two weeks ago mid island LBI. AKA it's pretty darn deep. Doesn't take a monster noreaster.” | Jersey Shore Hurricane News