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Areas of Unsettled Weather in Alaska, the Northwest and Southeast U.S.

A storm system is bringing heavy snow, gusty winds and blizzard conditions to southwest Alaska. Coastal rain and higher elevation snowfall will continue over the Pacific Northwest and northern California through the day. In the East, a coastal storm is expected to bring a period of gusty winds, enhanced rainfall and thunderstorms from the Carolinas to the Mid-Atlantic states tonight into Friday. Read More >

Rain returns today through Friday. The North Bay Coast Ranges will see up to 0.50" to 1", Santa Cruz Mountains, North Bay Valleys, and Santa Lucia Range could see up to 0.25", and other locations across the region seeing less than 0.20".
Coastal flooding expected at prone low-lying coastal locations across the San Francisco Bay shoreline during peak high tide cycles. Coastal flooding expected at prone low-lying coastal locations across the San Francisco Bay shoreline during peak high tide cycles. Allow extra travel time as some road may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. For more info on King Tide: https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/kingtide.html.
Dangerous wave action is increasing across area waters and beaches. A High Surf Advisory is in effect thru 11 AM Saturday across ocean waters Coastal North Bay, SF Peninsula coast, Monterey Bay and Big Sur coasts. Large breaking waves of 12 to 15 feet and up to 18 feet on NW facing beaches. There's also an increased risk for sneaker waves and rip current. Dangerous conditions for inexperienced surfers and swimmers. Unexpected waves may sweep people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. NEVER turn your back on the ocean.

 

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