King Tides threaten South Florida with coastal flooding. Rip currents also possible
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King Tides are threatening South Florida with coastal flooding Monday, with possible rip currents endangering beachgoers, the National Weather Service in Miami said.
A King Tide is when tides are highest in the season, and typically occur during new and full moons. The tides, which also are impacted by climate change, can push sea levels a foot or two higher, causing flooding along coastal and low-lying areas in South Florida.
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Here’s what you need to know:
Coastal flooding
Minor to moderate coastal flooding remains a threat during high tide today, the weather service said, as King Tides continue.
King Tide flooding, when it occurs, typically lasts about three hours, according to the city of Miami. Monday’s peak tide time will be at 10:47 a.m. and 10:53 p.m., the city said.
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect through early Monday afternoon.
“The threat of minor coastal flooding will linger into the mid-week period,” the weather service said.
Beaches
Lingering onshore winds will continue to affect the Atlantic beaches, according to the weather service.
The Rip Current warning remains in effect for all Atlantic beaches through Monday evening.
“Additional briefings for marine and beach hazardous may be needed once again later this week as conditions will deteriorate once again behind a frontal passage,” the weather service said.
This story was originally published October 30, 2023 at 8:14 AM.
