Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 13 at 4:57AM PDT until October 13 at 3:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 13, 2026 - 4:57am
Expires:
October 13, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Up to 1.1 ft of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...San Francisco, Northern Monterey Bay and Southern
Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 PM PDT Tuesday.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 10 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying
infrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion.
Rising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach
than normal, restricting escape from beaches and coastal
areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high
tide is expected to be 1.1 ft above normal (6.90 ft MLLW) at
1:14 PM Tuesday 10/13. These predictions include up to 1.0 ft
of 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.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
San Francisco; San Francisco Bay Shoreline; Northern Monterey Bay; Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS San Francisco CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov