Alertes en vigueurPacific Beach, WA

Winds have peaked this morning and have started to ease. Winds will continue to ease through this afternoon.

What: For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. Inundation of around 2 to 2.5 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves along the coast.
Where: Grays Harbor County Coast zone.
When: For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM PST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, from 10 AM Wednesday to 10 AM PST Thursday.
Impacts: Minor coastal flooding due to tidal overflow is expected around high tide. This may lead to flooding of parking lots, parks, and roads, with only isolated road closures expected. Large breaking waves and sneaker waves can knock people off their feet, move driftwood and debris, and crash over rocks and jetties. People can be injured or drown while observing the ocean. Localized beach and coastal erosion is expected.
Additional Details: The largest waves are expected to occur between 2 PM Wednesday and 5 AM Thursday.

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. Inundation above ground level refers to the height above the Mean Higher High Water (MHHW) level. Never turn your back on the ocean and keep children and pets close. Know the tides and forecast conditions. Follow warning signs and respect barriers.