King tides this week could mean flooding, but also opens up an underwater world at local tide pools

King tides are a natural, predictable phenomenon that lets scientists and everyday marine enthusiasts marvel at the changing seascape that is vastly different in just a few hours.

King Tides Threaten Major Flooding for Thousands: ‘Don’t Go In’

The Clatsop and Tillamook Coast, and the South Washington Coast could see minor flooding during high tides in low-lying areas near bays, sloughs, and the lower stretches of coastal rivers, with water ...

King tides return to Southern California, bringing flood concerns

King tides are expected to wash over the shores of Southern California this weekend from Jan. 2-3, bringing major flood ...
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King tides to wash across Southern California. Here’s when the highest tides could arrive

Exceptionally high tides known as “king tides” could bring possible flooding to low-lying coastal areas through Sunday.
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King tides raise flooding risk along San Francisco Bay shorelines

King tides are increasing the risk of coastal flooding along Bay Area waterfronts on Friday, particularly in the North Bay.

Crown royale — here come the King Tides in San Diego

King Tides, providing the year's highest high tides and lowest low tides, are occurring Thursday and Friday and could flood beaches, the city of San Diego warned.