Coastal Flood — Coastal Collier County, Florida

2024-08-20 · Coastal Collier County, Florida

Event narrative

An Everglades National Park ranger reported minor saltwater flooding in Everglades City during the high tide cycles. Standing water was less than 1 foot on several roads. Streets affected included Begonia Street, Camellia Street, Buckner Avenue, Kumquat Street, and Starter Avenue. Tide levels at Naples Bay peaked at 1.53 feet MHHW or 4.28 feet MLLW at 1:00 PM August 20th.

Wider weather episode

Higher than normal water levels occurred in late August due to the full moon cycle, or king tides, across the Gulf coast of South Florida. Minor coastal flooding was possible during high tide with the peak height on August 20th.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1211416. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.