Coastal Flood Watch

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Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Eureka CA 952 AM PST Wed Dec 31 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...High astronomical tides and large surf may cause moderate to localized major flooding in low lying areas along the Redwood Coast. Up to 1.5 foot of saltwater inundation above ground level is possible in low lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast County. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through Saturday afternoon. . * IMPACTS...Several coastal roads may be closed. Low lying property and some critical infrastructure will be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Coastal Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not imminent. Coastal residents in the watch area should begin preparations for rising water and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Feet Above Ground is locally defined as feet above the Highest Astronomical Tide or HAT.