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Seattle Braces for Minor Coastal Flooding, NWS Issues Advisory for Afternoon High Tide

Seattle Braces for Minor Coastal Flooding, NWS Issues Advisory for Afternoon High Tide

The National Weather Service in Seattle issued a coastal flood advisory early this morning, cautioning residents of potential minor flooding across the region. The advisory, from noon to 6 PM PST this evening, warns of possible inundations around 2 feet above ground level. The Southwest Interior, Tacoma Area, Hood Canal Area, Seattle and Vicinity, and the Bremerton and Vicinity zones are expected to be impacted.

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advises that high tide, expected to peak around 3 PM PST on Thursday, could cause tidal overflow, leading to minor coastal flooding.

Residents and commuters in the affected areas should brace for disruptions, including the possibility of parking lots, parks, and roads submerged under water. Isolated road closures are anticipated as the region grapples with this natural event. The NWS has urged the public to exercise caution and avoid traveling through barricades or across flooded roads. In its statement, the Service also provided guidance on protecting flood-prone properties from the rising waters. The advisory read that take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property, underlining the preventive measures that locals should undertake.

Furthermore, today’s forecast in the Seattle area predicts showers likely after 11 am, with a 70% chance of precipitation and new precipitation amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. The weather pattern continues with a mix of showers and cloudy periods through the coming days, interspersed by occasional rain with the potential for more significant precipitation over the weekend.

The coastal flood advisory is part of a stretch of unsettled weather predicted for the region. According to the detailed forecast from the NWS, residents can expect a patchwork of showers and rain continuing through the weekend into early next week, with chances of precipitation ranging from 30 percent to a full 100 percent on certain days. It’s recommended that those living in or traveling to the region stay updated with the latest weather alerts and prepare for the inclement conditions that lie ahead.

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