Palm Beach County, FL

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In effect from Friday 10/30 2:47 PM EDT – Saturday 10/31 8:00 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Miami FL

What

For the Coastal Flood Advisory, moderate coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone.

Where

Coastal Palm Beach County.

When

For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 7 PM EDT Sunday.

Impacts

Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

What to Do

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.


Areas Impacted

  • Coastal Palm Beach County

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Advisory is issued when flooding may cause significant inconvenience, or even become dangerous if you are not careful. Know your risk at home, work and school, and use caution when flooding is expected. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check road conditions before traveling, and obey road closures and barricades. 
  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters. 
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

In effect from Saturday 10/31 2:00 PM EDT – Sunday 11/01 7:00 PM EST

Issued by NWS Miami FL

What

For the Coastal Flood Advisory, moderate coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone.

Where

Coastal Palm Beach County.

When

For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 7 PM EDT Sunday.

Impacts

Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

What to Do

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.


Areas Impacted

  • Coastal Palm Beach County

Tips to Stay Safe

A High Surf Advisory means that breaking waves could result in dangerous conditions. 

  • Very strong waves could be dangerous to anyone in the water and along the shore. 
  • Always stay near lifeguards.
  • Stay off of rocks or jetties where large waves could pop up suddenly. 

In effect from Friday 10/30 2:47 PM EDT – Sunday 11/01 7:00 PM EST

Issued by NWS Miami FL

What

For the Coastal Flood Advisory, moderate coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone.

Where

Coastal Palm Beach County.

When

For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 7 PM EDT Sunday.

Impacts

Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

What to Do

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.


Areas Impacted

  • Coastal Palm Beach County

Tips to Stay Safe

Rip currents may create dangerous swimming conditions in the area.  

  • If you enter the water, always have a flotation device with you and swim near a lifeguard. 
  • Keep small children in sight and within arm’s reach at all times. 
  • If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don’t swim against the current. If able, swim parallel to the shoreline. 

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From the Forecaster

Coastal Flooding Concerns Through The Weekend

Created by the NWS Miami WFO

While high tides will trend lower and lower with each cycle through the rest of the weekend, moderate coastal flooding will still be possible for some locations along the east coast. A Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect.

While high tides will trend lower and lower with each cycle through the rest of the weekend, moderate coastal flooding will still be possible for some locations along the east coast. A Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect.

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