Coastal Flood Warning until 04:00PM Saturday
* WHAT...Moderate to major coastal flooding expected. Inundation of around 2.5 to 3 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas during the high tides on Saturday and Sunday.
* WHERE...North Coast and Central Coast zones.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 4 PM PST both Saturday and Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Significant coastal flooding due to high tides and storm surge is expected. This is expected to lead to numerous road closures. Low lying property including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure may be inundated. Shoreline erosion or damage may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Large waves and onshore flow may exacerbate the impacts of coastal flooding on Sunday. High tide on Saturday will peak around 12 PM PST. High tide on Sunday will peak around 1 PM PST.
* AFFECTED AREAS: NORTH COAST ... CENTRAL COAST
Instructions:
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inundation above ground level refers to the height above the Mean Higher High Water (MHHW) level.
Address/Location
Jefferson County WA Emergency Management
81 Elkins Rd
Port Hadlock-Irondale, WA 98339
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 360-385-9368
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Coastal Flood Warning