Coastal flood advisory issued for North Bay Interior Valleys and San Francisco Bay Shoreline until Sunday midday

"North Bay Interior Valleys and San Francisco Bay Shoreline were placed under a coastal flood advisory by the National Weather Service on Friday at 4:15 a.m. The advisory is in effect until Sunday Feb. 1, at noon. Up to 1.4 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways, can be anticipated according to the NWS San Francisco CA."

"These predictions include up to 0.4 ft of storm surge from an incoming moderate to long period swell that will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat. High tide timing 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 only isolated road closures expected, according to the NWS."

"Flash flood warning: Take action! A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring. If you are in a flood-prone area, move immediately to high ground. A flash flood is a sudden violent flood that can take from minutes to hours to develop. It is even possible to experience a flash flood in areas not immediately receiving ra"

The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood advisory for North Bay Interior Valleys and the San Francisco Bay Shoreline from Friday 4:15 a.m. through Sunday, Feb. 1 at noon. Low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways may see up to 1.4 feet of inundation above ground level. The San Francisco tidal gauge forecasts high tides approximately 1.4 ft above normal Friday and Saturday and 1.3 ft above normal Sunday, including up to 0.4 ft of storm surge from an incoming swell that will enhance tide heights. High tide timing can vary up to 90 minutes along the coast and bay. Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with isolated closures is expected. Travel may require extra time; avoid driving through flooded or barricaded roads. Sandbag use instructions and county pickup locations are provided. Flash flood warnings indicate sudden floods can develop within minutes to hours.

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