... Coastal Flood Advisory now in effect until 6 PM CST this
evening...
... High surf advisory now in effect until 6 PM CST this evening...
The high surf advisory is now in effect until 6 PM CST this
evening. The coastal Flood Advisory is now in effect until 6 PM
CST this evening.
Large Gulf swells of 10 to 12 feet will continue to move towards
the Lower Texas coastline today. Lower Texas coastal residents can
expect large waves to break in the surf zone and frequently run up
to... and just past... the dunes on South Padre Island and at Boca
Chica Beach today. Beach goers are urged to remain off the
beaches until the high surf... dangerous wave action and rip
currents subside. Law enforcement officials on South Padre Island
report that beach access 5 and 6 are closed and will likely remain
closed until the high surf recedes.
In addition to the coastal flooding... rough surf... frequent
dangerous rip currents... and minor beach erosion will likely
occur today. Swimming and other marine related activities along
South Padre Island and at Boca Chica Beach are highly discouraged
through at least tonight due to the expected rough easterly swells.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A high surf advisory is issued when dangerous water action is
expected along the coast. This includes rough or high surf...
large breaking waves... rip currents... and strong undertow. High
surf is defined generally to be head high or greater on an
average man... about 6 feet or more. Beach goers are urged to heed
flag warnings and the orders of local law enforcement.
A coastal Flood Advisory is issued for the likelihood of minor
tidal flooding or tidal overwash... defined as tides expected to
be around 2.5 feet above mean lower low water along South Padre
Island and communities along the Laguna Madre.
Castillo