What is a King Tide?

A King Tide is the combination of heavy rain and high tide with the gravitation pull between the moon and the earth.  In basic terms, it is an extremely high tide. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has predicted King Tide levels a few times this year between November 2023 and February 2024. It is important to be aware and be prepared and King Tides have the potential to cause flooding on shoreline properties.

When?

  • November 28 December 2

    King Tide 1

  • December 13 December 19

    King Tide 2

  • December 26 December 30

    King Tide 3

  • January 11 January 18

    King Tide 4

  • January 24

    King Tide 5

How Do I Prepare?

  • Protect Your Family

    • Create or update your families emergency plans, choose a meeting place in case you are separated.
    • Have emergency supplies and a go-bag ready in case you need to leave.
    • Talk to your neighbors so that you can support each other.

  • Protect Your Property

    • Do you have flood insurance?
    • Move vehicles and equipment away from the shoreline.
    • Store valuables and chemicals above flood levels.
    • Clear storm drains of leaves and debris to allow drainage.
    • Anchor and secure propane tanks and other fuel containers.