Coastal flood advisory in place for Bay Area Shorelines from Tuesday to Sunday

Northern Monterey Bay and Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast as well as San Francisco County are included in a coastal flood advisory circulated by the National Weather Institution on Sunday at p m The advisory is valid from Tuesday a m until Sunday Dec at p m Up to ft of inundation above ground level is realizable in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways can be anticipated according to the NWS San Francisco CA At the San Francisco tidal gauge high tide is expected to be ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Tuesday ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Wednesday ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Thursday ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Friday ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Saturday and ft above normal ft MLLW at p m Sunday High tide timing varies up to minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and throughout the San Francisco Bay respectively Flooding of lots parks and roads with only isolated road closures expected the NWS stated If advance is required allow extra time as particular roads may be closed Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline Hazards include sneaker waves strong rip currents and large urgent waves Stay off the rocks and NEVER turn your back on the ocean How to use a sandbag and where to get sandbags in your area Follow these instructions on how to use sandbags and other flood preparation tips to protect your home and click on the links below to get sandbags in your county Where to get sandbags in San Mateo County Where to get sandbags in Alameda County Where to get sandbags in Santa Clara County Understanding the differences between advisories watches and warnings Flash flood warning Take action A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is either imminent or already occurring In flood-prone areas it s crucial to move this instant to higher ground A flash flood is a sudden and violent inundation that can develop within minutes to hours and it can even happen in areas not presently experiencing rainfall Flood warning Take action A flood warning is declared when flooding is on the verge of happening or is already underway Flood advisory Be aware A flood advisory is distributed when flooding is not expected to reach a severity level necessitating a warning Nonetheless it can still cause considerable inconvenience and without exercising caution potentially lead to situations that threaten life and or property Flood watch Be prepared A flood watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding It does not mean flooding will occur but it is manageable Weathering the storm Flood safety guidelines from the NWS Floods can pose a critical threat especially if you live in a flood-prone area or find yourself camping in a low-lying region To ensure your safety the NWS offers essential flood safety guidelines Seek higher ground If you reside in a flood-prone region or are camping in low-lying terrain the first step to safety is relocating to higher ground Follow evacuation orders If local executives issue an evacuation order heed it promptly Prior to leaving secure your home by locking it Disconnect utilities and appliances If time permits disconnect your utilities and appliances This precaution minimizes electrical hazards during flooding Avoid basements and submerged areas Avoid basements or rooms submerged in water with electrical outlets or cords Preventing electrical accidents is crucial Evacuate promptly for safety If you notice sparks or hear buzzing crackling snapping or popping sounds evacuate without delay Do not enter water that may carry an electrical charge Refrain from walking in floodwaters Never attempt to walk through floodwaters Even just inches of swiftly moving water can forcefully knock you off your feet Seek higher ground when trapped In the event you become trapped by moving water make your way to the highest point available and contact urgency services by calling During periods of intense rainfall the exposure of flooding increases particularly in low-lying and flood-prone areas It is imperative to avoid driving through any water on the road even if it seems shallow According to the NWS majority cars can be swept away by just inches of rushing water Stay safe by being prepared and informed For more weather alerts in the Bay Area visit Weather Advisories