King Tides Flooding 2026: Miami, California & El Niño
Happens when the Moon at perigee aligns with the Sun and Earth.
Peak tides push seawater up coastal storm drains onto streets.
Sea level rise and Gulf Stream shifts flood low Miami streets.
In South Florida, tidal water rises up through porous limestone.
Kelvin waves and storm surge stack onto California high tides.
Winter storms hitting during late-Dec tides raise flood risks.
Low-lying roads, seawalls, and utilities face salt corrosion.
Track Minor, Moderate, and Major flood stages before peak tide.
Even 6 inches of salty tidal water can damage brakes and wiring.
Tap below to open our King Tide & Winter Storm Risk Calculator.