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King Tides and Coastal Storm Threaten Repeated Flooding Across South Florida

Some of the highest astronomical tides of the year, known as king tides, could combine with rough surf and persistent coastal hazards to trigger repeated flooding in vulnerable communities, including Miami, Florida and Charleston, South Carolina. A slow-moving storm near Florida and the Bahamas is also being monitored for potential tropical development, which could bring additional downpours and worsen coastal conditions.

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“King tides can turn an ordinary high tide into a major headache for coastal communities. Streets that are normally dry can become flooded, access to homes and businesses can be disrupted, and even a relatively small increase in water levels can make a big difference. With rough surf and a nearby storm adding to the concern, we’re watching for a combination of coastal threats that could make this an especially challenging week for vulnerable communities along the Southeast coast,” said AccuWeather expert meteorologist Alex Sosnowski.

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“One of the biggest concerns is that coastal communities may not have much time to recover between rounds of flooding. Water can recede after one high tide, only to return with the next. That repeated pounding can accelerate beach erosion, threaten coastal property and create ongoing problems for residents and businesses, particularly in vulnerable areas around Miami and Charleston,” explained AccuWeather expert meteorologist Alex Sosnowski.


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