While some minor overflow is possible during the largest of the high tides, the water levels are not expected to reach levels seen on Dec. 26 to 27.
, the city has set up five pump stations, and public works crews will be on standby starting this weekend. Hundreds of sandbags line alleys, homes, and businesses.
In Whatcom County, the high tide flooded Sandy Point, and in Snohomish County, parts of Edmonds were also underwater. During the NOAA webinar, officials reviewed what made December’s King Tides unique: Strong winds contributed along with heavy rain, but the bigger influence was atmospheric pressure that allowed a stronger storm surge.“We’re not expecting significant winter waves, river levels, heavier than expected snowmelt — none of those are expected to be a factor over the upcoming week,” said Reid Walcott with NOAA.
The tides also caused some damage on Whidbey Island. Viewers shared video showing debris, logs and muck that washed ashore. Officials also said that currently, there is no official forecast for tide levels on the West Coast, but that could change.
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