* WHAT…For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 18
to 20 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood
Warning, significant coastal flooding expected. Inundation of
2.5 to 3.5 feet above ground level is possible along
shorelines and low-lying coastal area.
* WHERE…North Coast and Central Coast zones.
* WHEN…For the High Surf Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to
10 PM PST Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 8 AM
to 2 PM PST Saturday.
* 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. Large waves
will wash over beaches, jetties, and other structures
unexpectedly. People can be swept off rocks and jetties and
drown while observing high surf. Localized beach and shoreline
erosion is possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Highest impacts will occur in the hours
near high tide at around 11 AM. Winds and large breaking waves
will exacerbate impacts due to coastal flooding. Additional
minor coastal flooding is possible around high tide late
Monday morning as well.