SAN DIEGO COUNTY COASTAL AREAS — * WHAT...Minor to locally moderate coastal flooding expected. Additionally, dangerous rip currents and surf of 3 to 7 feet expected along west-facing beaches.
* WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until noon PST Tuesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of parking lots and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming conditions due to elevated surf and strong rip currents.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest tides will occur in the late morning each day, peaking at 7.2-7.4 feet Monday, which is 1.2 to 1.4 feet above astronomical tide predictions. Surf will be highest at 4-7 feet Monday, which may prolong some of the coastal impacts.
Flooding in San Diego County Coastal Areas 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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