Coastal North Bay including Point Reyes National Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast, Northern Monterey Bay and Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast are included in a beach hazards statement issued by the National Weather Service on Friday at 10:59 p.m. The statement is valid for Sunday, Jan. 4 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.
“Up to 2.5 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways,” can be expected according to the NWS San Francisco CA. “At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be: 2.5 ft above normal (8.3 ft MLLW) at 10:26 a.m. Saturday 1/3 1.9 ft above normal (7.7 ft MLLW) at 11:18 a.m. Sunday 1/4 These predictions include up to 1.3 feet of storm surge that will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.”
“Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with some road closures expected,” the NWS said. “If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf and NEVER turn your back on the ocean.”
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