Bay Area Faces Coastal Flood Advisory Through Sunday

Breaking reports indicate that the Bay Area is under a coastal flood advisory through Sunday. High tides, large waves, and minor storm surges are expected to inundate low-lying shorelines, causing minor coastal flooding in parts of the Bay Area. The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for San Francisco, San Pablo, and Monterey bays, with up to 1.4 feet of inundation expected. Isolated road closures are possible, and residents are warned not to drive around barricades or water of unknown depth.

Rough seas could enhance coastal flooding along the Monterey Bay shoreline. Breaking waves of 14 to 19 feet are forecast through Friday morning. West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz is notoriously dangerous during energetic swells. In San Francisco, Saturday’s tide is predicted to be the highest, peaking at 9:30 a.m. around 1.4 feet above normal. Sunday’s high tide at 10:22 a.m. is expected to be 1.3 feet above normal, while Friday’s 8:34 a.m. high tide is projected to be 1.1 feet above normal.

The astronomical component of this weekend’s tides won’t be as high as the Jan. 2-3 king tides. That is because the sun and moon were closer to Earth in early January, which enhanced gravitational pull on tides. Storm surge also won’t be as impactful. In early January, a nearby low-pressure system also added a foot of storm surge to the astronomical tides. This weekend, less than half a foot of storm surge is predicted.

Bay Area to See Another High Tide This Weekend, with Flooding of Low-Lying Areas

The Bay Area is bracing for another high tide this weekend, with flooding expected in low-lying areas. The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for San Francisco, San Pablo, and Monterey bays through noon Sunday. Up to 1.4 feet of inundation is expected, more than a foot lower than the early January record flooding that caused widespread damage in Marin County. Isolated road closures are possible, and residents are warned not to drive around barricades or water of unknown depth.

Calm Skies, Rough Seas: Bay Area Warms Up as Dangerous Surf and High Tides Loom

• Rough seas could enhance coastal flooding along the Monterey Bay shoreline. Breaking waves of 14 to 19 feet are forecast through Friday morning.
• West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz is notoriously dangerous during energetic swells.
• In San Francisco, Saturday’s tide is predicted to be the highest, peaking at 9:30 a.m. around 1.4 feet above normal.

The Shock Factor: Coastal Flood Advisory for Northern California from Thursday to Sunday

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for Northern California from Thursday to Sunday. High tides, large waves, and minor storm surges are expected to inundate low-lying shorelines, causing minor coastal flooding in parts of the Bay Area. Up to 1.4 feet of inundation is expected, more than a foot lower than the early January record flooding that caused widespread damage in Marin County. Isolated road closures are possible, and residents are warned not to drive around barricades or water of unknown depth.

Forecasting: Update: Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Coastal Range Until Thursday Evening – Sneaker Waves May Occur

The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazards statement for the Coastal Range until Thursday evening. Sneaker waves may occur, posing a danger to beachgoers. The statement warns of the potential for strong waves and currents, which can cause injury or death. Residents and visitors are advised to stay away from the water’s edge and heed all warnings and closures.

Final Verdict: The Bay Area is expected to see another high tide this weekend, with flooding expected in low-lying areas. The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for San Francisco, San Pablo, and Monterey bays through noon Sunday. Up to 1.4 feet of inundation is expected, more than a foot lower than the early January record flooding that caused widespread damage in Marin County. Isolated road closures are possible, and residents are warned not to drive around barricades or water of unknown depth.

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