What areas are under the coastal flood advisory?

The coastal flood advisory covers Northern Monterey Bay, Southern Monterey Bay, the Big Sur Coast, and San Francisco County.

What are the expected impacts of the coastal flood advisory?

Up to 1.4 feet of inundation is possible in low-lying areas, with dangerous shoreline conditions like sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves expected.

What safety precautions should be taken during the flood advisory?

Residents should protect flood-prone property, avoid hazardous waterside infrastructure, allow extra travel time for potential road closures, and seek higher ground if necessary.

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Coastal Flood Alert: Monterey Bay to San Francisco Faces High Tides

29 Jan

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Summary

Advisory covers Northern/Southern Monterey Bay and San Francisco County.
Up to 1.4 feet of inundation possible in low-lying coastal areas.
Expect sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves.

Coastal Flood Alert: Monterey Bay to San Francisco Faces High Tides

A coastal flood advisory is in effect for the Northern Monterey Bay, Southern Monterey Bay, Big Sur Coast, and San Francisco County. The advisory began on Thursday at 6 a.m. and is scheduled to conclude on Sunday, February 1, at noon. This alert warns of potential inundation, with up to 1.4 feet of water possible above ground level in areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

High tide predictions show levels significantly above normal, exacerbated by storm surge. These conditions are expected to create dangerous hazards along the coast, including sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves. Inundation may affect low-lying lots and parks, with isolated road closures also a possibility.

Authorities advise residents to take precautions, such as protecting flood-prone property and avoiding hazardous waterside infrastructure like jetties and piers. When traveling, allow for extra time due to potential road closures and never drive through water of unknown depth. Safety recommendations include seeking higher ground and heeding any evacuation orders.