Coastal Flooding Statement In Effect

This statement is in effect for parts of the coast due to the following hazard(s): - Higher than normal water levels

Elevated ocean water levels are expected with enhanced wave activity and moderate winds. Hazard: Possible coastal flooding due to storm surge. Water levels will likely exceed highest astronomical tide. When: Today during high tide, occuring from 11am to 2PM local time. Where: Low-lying and exposed coastal sections of the Southern Gulf Islands, Saanich Inlet, Swartz Bay to Cordova Bay, Cordova Bay to East Sooke Discussion: A series of Pacific low-pressure systems are moving across the region and coinciding with a period of high tides this weekend. The storm surge enhancement to the high tide cycle will cause water levels to exceed high astronomical tide.

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