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Updated:October 7, 2026 5:30 pm PDT

Coastal Flood Advisory COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY  
Sonoma County

  Effective: Wed, 10/7 12:33pm Severity: Minor
  Updated: October 7, 2026 5:30 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Thu, 10/8 1:00pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: North Bay Interior Valleys
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Up to 1.2 ft of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Bayshore locations along the San Pablo Bay.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying
infrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion.
Rising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach
than normal, restricting escape from beaches and coastal areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide
is expected to be 1.0 ft above normal (6.78 ft MLLW) at 10:51 AM
Thursday 10/8, 1.0 ft above normal (6.86 ft MLLW) at 11:22 AM
Friday 10/9, 1.2 ft above normal (7.06 ft MLLW) at 11:50 AM
Saturday 10/10, 1.2 ft above normal (7.08 ft MLLW) at 12:18 PM
Sunday 10/11, 1.2 ft above normal (7.03 ft MLLW) at 12:46 PM
Monday 10/12, 1.1 ft above normal (6.90 ft MLLW) at 1:14 PM
Tuesday 10/13, and 0.9 ft above normal (6.72 ft MLLW) at 1:46
PM Wednesday 10/14. These predictions include up to 0.9 ft of
surge that will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding
threat. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along
the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay,
respectively.

Information:
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.
Heat Advisory HEAT ADVISORY  
Sonoma County

  Effective: Wed, 10/7 8:42am Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: October 7, 2026 5:30 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Thu, 10/8 2:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Sonoma Coastal Range - North Bay Interior Mountains - North Bay Interior Valleys - San Francisco Bay Shoreline - East Bay Interior Valleys - Santa Cruz Mountains - Santa Clara Valley Including San Jose - Eastern Santa Clara Hills - East Bay Hills - Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio - Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest - Mountains Of San Benito County And Interior Monterey County Including Pinnacles National Park
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Hot conditions with maximum temperatures in the mid-90s to
near 105. Mild minimum temperatures and weak onshore flow will
limit overnight relief.

* WHERE...The East Bay and San Francisco Bay Shoreline, North Bay
Interior Mountains and Valleys, The Santa Clara Valley and Eastern
Hills, The Santa Cruz Mountains, Interior Monterey County and the
Santa Lucia Range, Most of San Benito County and the Cholame Hills
in Southeast Monterey County, and Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo
Seco and Lake San Antonio.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...This level of heat affects anyone without effective
cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts likely in some health
systems, heat-sensitive industries and infrastructure.

Information:
Hydration is a critical piece to surviving the heat. Drink water, and
if possible, take water to those who are vulnerable.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to the early
morning or evening. Take action when you experience symptoms of heat
exhaustion and/or heat stroke.

Beat the heat and check the backseat! Do not leave young children or
pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal
temperatures in a matter of minutes.