A coastal flood statement is in effect along the east coast of South Florida through this evening, with high tides expected to peak in the coming days.
Minor coastal flooding is expected in the coastal flood statement area, according to the National Weather Service Miami-South Florida, which runs from Palm Beach County to Miami-Dade County.
The timing of the highest water levels will be between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m., as well as 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
According to the South Florida Water Management District's Nov. 2 king tide forecast, which covers the period through Nov. 8, "tidal water levels" along the east coast of South Florida and in the Florida Keys are "currently near or above" the National Weather Service "Minor Flooding" threshold. They could approach
the "Moderate Flooding" threshold over the weekend.
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High tides are predicted to peak along the coast from Nov. 2 to Nov. 12, according to the forecast.
Safety tips during a flood event
According to the Miami-Dade County, the following safety precautions should be observed during a flood event:
- Stay away from flood waters, as 6 inches of swiftly moving water can "sweep you off of your feet."
- If you come across a flooded road when driving, turn around and drive in the other direction. If caught on a flooded road with water rising quickly around you, "get out of the car quickly and move to higher ground."
- Avoiding walking or driving through floodwater, as it can be "deeper than it appears," and hide "all kinds of hazards," like "debris, sharp objects, downed power lines and even dangerous wildlife."
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Sarah Perkel is a South Florida Connect Reporter for the USA TODAY Network's Florida Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content directly in your inbox each weekday day by signing up for the free newsletter, Florida TODAY.
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