Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 9 at 8:27PM PDT until October 13 at 2:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 9, 2026 - 8:27pm
Expires:
October 10, 2026 - 4:30am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning through Sunday afternoon,
significant coastal flooding and erosion possible. For the Beach
Hazards Statement from Sunday morning until Sunday evening, surf
of 5 to 7 feet with local sets up to 9 feet. For the Coastal
Flood Advisory from Sunday afternoon until Tuesday afternoon,
minor coastal flooding expected.
* WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County
Coastal Areas.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 3 PM PDT Sunday.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Sunday morning through
Sunday evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 3 PM
Sunday to 2 PM PDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads and walking paths may be closed due
to high water. Low-lying property including homes, businesses,
and some critical infrastructure may flood. Shoreline erosion
will occur during high tides in the mornings. Increased surf
will lead to a high risk of rip currents.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Greatest impacts on Sunday morning from
Tropical Storm Rachel with a combination of increased swell,
onshore winds, and high tides locally over 7 feet.
Instruction:
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Avoid beaches during high tides. Remain out of the water to avoid
hazardous swimming conditions. Stay off of sea walls and jetties.
Area Description:
San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal
Forcast Office:
NWS San Diego CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov