NORTHERN WASHINGTON COAST; GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY… — * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. Inundation of 1.5 to 2 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...Northern Washington Coast and Grays Harbor County Coast zones.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 3 PM PST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 10 AM PST Wednesday.
* 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 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...Significant log and debris pile-up on the beaches and jetties from the high surf last weekend will pose additional threats to those on the beaches and will exacerbate coastal erosion.
Flooding in Northern Washington Coast; Grays Harbor County Coast can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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