
"North Bay Interior Valleys and San Francisco Bay Shoreline are the focus of a coastal flood advisory issued at 12:13 p.m. on Thursday by the National Weather Service. The advisory is in effect until Sunday Feb. 1, at noon. Up to 1.4 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways, can be expected according to the NWS San Francisco CA."
"These predictions include up to 0.4 ft of storm surge from an incoming moderate to long period swell that will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat. High tide timing varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively. Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected, the NWS said. If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed."
"How to use a sandbag and where to get sandbags in your area: Follow these instructions on how to use sandbags and other flood preparation tips to protect your home, and click on the links below to get sandbags in your county: Where to get sandbags in San Mateo County Where to get sandbags in Alameda County Where to get sandbags in Santa Clara County"
A coastal flood advisory affects the North Bay Interior Valleys and San Francisco Bay shoreline from 12:13 p.m. through noon Sunday, Feb. 1. Low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways can see up to 1.4 ft of inundation above ground. San Francisco tidal gauge predicts highs about 1.1–1.4 ft above normal Friday–Sunday, with peaks near morning high tides. Predictions include up to 0.4 ft of storm surge from a moderate to long-period swell, and high tide timing may vary by up to 90 minutes. Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with isolated closures is expected. Travelers should allow extra time and avoid driving through flooded or barricaded roads. Sandbag use instructions and county pickup locations are available.
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