Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued December 25 at 3:01PM PST until December 27 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 25, 2024 - 3:01pm
Expires:
December 26, 2024 - 4:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, significant coastal
flooding expected. Inundation of between 2 and 2.5 feet above
ground level is possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal
areas. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 18
to 23 feet in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Central Coast zone.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 5 AM to 2 PM PST
Thursday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Significant coastal flooding due to high tides and
storm surge is expected. This could lead to road closures. Low
lying property including homes, businesses, and some critical
infrastructure may be inundated. Shoreline erosion or damage may
occur. For the high surf advisory, large waves may wash over
beaches, jetties, and other structures unexpectedly. People can
be swept off rocks and jetties, and drown while observing high
surf.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The combination of very large waves, a
large high tide occuring around 9 AM, and low pressure will
yield the potential for significant coastal flooding and may
maintain some overflow longer than normal after the peak of the
high tide.
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.
Inundation above ground level refers to the height above the Mean
Higher High Water (MHHW) level.
Beachgoers should never turn their back on the ocean and remain
alert to surf conditions. Avoid walking on area beaches and
jetties. Large waves may cause serious injury or sweep people
into dangerous seas.
Area Description:
Central Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Seattle WA