Minor Tidal Overflow Flooding expected between 10 AM–2 PM Saturday around high tide. Areas of concern include HWY 101 near Raymond, WA and Seaside, OR Clatsop County, and Fraser Rd in Tillamook County. Up to 1 ft of water possible in low-lying areas. Avoid flooded roads and allow extra travel time.
* WHAT…Tidal overflow flooding expected.
* WHERE…Clatsop and Tillamook Coast, and South Washington
Coast.
* WHEN…From 10 AM to 2 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS…Minor flooding, up to one foot above ground level, during high tides is expected in the low lying areas near bays, sloughs, and the lower reaches of the coastal rivers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The tidal gauge at Toke Point has a forecast tides of up to 11.8 feet, while the tidal gauge at Garibaldi has a forecast tide up to 10.8 feet.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that tidal overflow flooding is expected. Coastal residents in the warned area should be alertfor rising water, and take appropriate action to protect life and property.
For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://www.weather.gov/portland