NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — King Tides are expected to impact the North Myrtle Beach area from Friday, April 25, through Tuesday, April 29, with peak effects occurring on Sunday, April 27, and Monday, April 28.
Understanding King Tides and Their Effects
These elevated tides can cause flooding in low-lying areas of the city.
Homeowners in flood-prone areas are encouraged to secure outdoor furniture, garbage cans, and other loose items to prevent them from being carried away or damaged.
Residents and visitors should anticipate typical King Tide impacts in the area. While some side streets may experience water over the roadway, widespread flooding is not anticipated at this time, based on current forecasts.
The North Myrtle Beach Public Works Department has prepared flooded street signage for the Cherry Grove area and will have a crew on standby Sunday, should conditions require a response.
Motorists are urged to avoid driving through flooded streets. Even at low speeds, vehicles can create a wake that pushes water into nearby homes and properties. Please treat flooded streets as “No Wake” zones to help reduce further damage.
If a road is blocked with barricades or cones, do not drive around them, as there may be a safety hazard beyond the closure.
The City will continue to monitor forecasts and provide updates as needed.
About King Tides: King Tides occur when the orbits and alignment of the Earth, moon, and sun combine to produce the highest tidal effects of the year. These unusually high water levels can lead to localized tidal flooding.
King tides are abnormally high tides that happen due to the alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon, causing increased gravitational force on the Earth’s oceans. They are expected and periodic, potentially causing coastal inundation, particularly when paired with extreme weather or increasing sea levels.
What are King Tides?
- Definition: King tides are a non-scientific term used to describe the highest predicted high tides of the year.
- Cause: They are caused by the alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon, which intensifies the gravitational pull on the oceans.
- Frequency: King tides are predictable and occur multiple times a year, typically during the fall.
- Impact: They can lead to coastal flooding, erosion, and other disruptions, particularly in low-lying areas.
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