Coastal flood advisory in place for North Bay Interior Valleys and San Francisco Bay Shoreline from Tuesday to Sunday

North Bay Interior Valleys and San Francisco Bay Shoreline are included in a coastal flood advisory disclosed by the National Weather Organization on Sunday at p m The advisory is valid from Tuesday a m until Sunday Dec at p m Up to ft of inundation above ground level is practicable in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways can be anticipated according to the NWS San Francisco CA At the San Francisco tidal gauge high tide is expected to be ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Tuesday ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Wednesday ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Thursday ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Friday ft above normal ft MLLW at a m Saturday and ft above normal ft MLLW at p m Sunday High tide timing varies up to minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and throughout the San Francisco Bay respectively Flooding of lots parks and roads with only isolated road closures expected according to the NWS If progress is required allow extra time as selected roads may be closed Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property How to use a sandbag and where to get sandbags in your area Follow these instructions on how to use sandbags and other flood preparation tips to protect your home and click on the links below to get sandbags in your county Where to get sandbags in San Mateo County Where to get sandbags in Alameda County Where to get sandbags in Santa Clara County Deciphering advisories watches and warnings Understanding weather alerts Flash flood warning Take action A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is either imminent or already occurring In flood-prone areas it s crucial to move right away to higher ground A flash flood is a sudden and violent inundation that can develop within minutes to hours and it can even happen in areas not at present experiencing rainfall Flood warning Take action A flood warning is issued when flooding is imminent or occurring Flood advisory Be aware A flood advisory is distributed when flooding is not expected to reach a severity level necessitating a warning Nonetheless it can still cause considerable inconvenience and without exercising caution potentially lead to situations that threaten life and or property Flood watch Be prepared A flood watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding It doesn t guarantee that flooding will occur but it signifies that the possibility exists Be flood-ready Expert guidance from the NWS for your safety Floods can pose a vital threat especially if you live in a flood-prone area or find yourself camping in a low-lying region To ensure your safety the NWS offers essential flood safety guidelines Seek higher ground If you re in a flood-prone area or if you re camping in a low-lying spot move to higher ground as a first step Adhere to evacuation orders If local government issue an evacuation order heed it promptly Prior to leaving secure your home by locking it Disconnect utilities and appliances If time allows disconnect your utilities and appliances This reduces the hazard of electrical hazards during flooding Steer clear of flooded basements and submerged areas Avoid basements or rooms submerged in water with electrical outlets or cords Preventing electrical accidents is crucial Evacuate promptly for safety If you notice sparks or hear buzzing crackling snapping or popping sounds evacuate without delay Do not enter water that may carry an electrical charge Stay away from floodwaters Never attempt to walk through floodwaters even if they appear shallow Just inches of fast-moving water can forcefully sweep you off your feet Seek higher ground when trapped In the event you become trapped by moving water make your way to the highest point available and contact emergency services by calling During heavy rain flooding is feasible especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas Never drive through water on the road even if it does not appear to be deep It takes just inches of rushing water to carry away the greater part cars according to the NWS Stay safe by being prepared and informed For more weather alerts in the Bay Area visit Weather Advisories