FIRST ALERT
Coastal Flood Warning for Charleston & Coastal Colleton — Elevated High Tides and Coastal Storm
High tide around 11:02 a.m. Friday is forecast to peak near 8.5 ft (flooding begins near 7 ft). A coastal flood warning remains in effect until 3 p.m. Friday; a high surf advisory runs from Thu 2 p.m. to Sun 8 a.m.
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Move the slider to visualize how roadway flooding risk increases above ~7 ft. Friday morning is forecast near 8.5 ft.
Morning High Tide Window
Approx. 11:02 a.m. Friday in Charleston.
- Do not drive or walk through flooded streets.
- Move vehicles from low‑lying areas and away from storm drains.
- Allow extra travel time and consider alternate routes.
- Check on neighbors who may need assistance.
- Boaters: Small Craft Advisory in effect — use caution.
Free parking (storm): Charleston Tech Center Garage (997 Morrison Dr) & 99 WestEdge Garage (99 WestEdge St) until 4 p.m. Friday.
Areas to Watch
Reported temporary closures around recent high tides included parts of South Market St, Hagood Ave, and Lockwood Dr. Commuters reported delays when water receded after the peak.
Live post reference (external)
Coastal Flood Advisory – Delaware & Jersey Shore
Dual Tropical Threat near Southeast Coast
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16‑ft Waves Along NYC Coastline
Jersey Shore Beach Erosion
Saltwater Intrusion Study
Sea Level Rise Impacts
SF Bay Coastal Flood Advisory
Category 6 Risk Explainer
Cascadia Tsunami Scenario
Atlantic Season Tracker
SC Seismic Activity Round‑Up
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The section covered the current coastal flood warning timing, the forecast high tide near 8.5 ft, roadway cautions, parking options through Friday, wind and marine advisories, and recent street impacts. Readers can use the tools above for quick checks during the high‑tide period.
