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Coastal Flood Advisory issued for Whatcom County Wednesday morning

WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — The National Weather Service Seattle office issued a coastal flood advisory today, Tuesday, November 10, 2026, that will be in effect tomorrow morning.

* WHAT…Minor coastal flooding expected. Inundation of 1.5 to 2 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas.

* WHERE…San Juan County and Lowlands of Western Whatcom County zones.

* WHEN…From 5 AM to 11 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS…Minor coastal flooding due to tidal overflow is expected around high tide. This may lead to flooding of parking lots, parks, and roads, with only isolated road closures expected.

Instructions:

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Inundation above ground level refers to the height above the Mean Higher High Water (MHHW) level.


Whatcom News readers are encouraged to stay up to date with current weather alerts and forecasts and air quality readings for their specific Whatcom County locations along with tide tables via the Whatcom News Weather page.


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