Northern California residents living near the coast are preparing for potential flooding as the National Weather Service issued an advisory affecting multiple Bay Area communities Monday evening. The alert, which remains active until midnight Tuesday, warns of minor flooding conditions that could impact daily routines and travel plans across the region.
The advisory specifically targets five key areas: 1) North Bay Interior Valleys, 2) San Francisco Bay Shoreline, 3) San Francisco County, 4) low-lying neighborhoods near tidal waterways, and 5) coastal parking areas and parks. Weather officials predict water levels could rise up to one foot above normal ground level in vulnerable spots.
What residents can expect tonight
Monday evening’s high tide poses the greatest concern, with the San Francisco tidal gauge expected to reach 6.88 feet MLLW at approximately 9:02 p.m. This measurement represents 1.04 feet above typical levels. Weather experts note that exact timing varies significantly across the Bay Area, with some locations experiencing peak tides up to two hours earlier or later than predicted.
Local emergency management officials are monitoring conditions closely as darkness falls, when flood risks become harder to spot. Water could overflow into familiar spaces like neighborhood parks, beachfront parking lots and coastal roads, potentially creating temporary closures and detours for evening commuters. First responders have positioned additional crews in strategic locations to ensure rapid response times during peak tide hours.
Preparing your home and family
Residents in flood-prone neighborhoods are taking precautionary steps to protect their properties. Many are moving outdoor furniture indoors, checking drainage systems and reinforcing ground-level windows. Local hardware stores report increased sales of sandbags and waterproof tarps as homeowners prepare for possible water intrusion. Some residents are also documenting belongings and reviewing insurance policies as an extra precaution…