King Tides Expected

​Sept. 19-21, Oct. 16-20 and Nov. 14-18, 2024
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As fall approaches, so do the annual King Tides, the highest tides of the year. They typically occur in South Florida from September to December, peaking in October and November, often causing "sunny-day" flooding, which is flooding without rain. King Tides are a natural part of the tide cycle, which means they can be predicted far in advance. However, on the day of the predicted King Tides, natural variations in weather may cause more or less flooding than expected.

Based on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's predictions for the Lake Worth tide gauge, the highest tides of 2024 in Palm Beach County will occur on Sept. 19-21, Oct. 16-20 and Nov. 14-18, 2024.

King Tide flooding is not guaranteed during these dates, and sunny-day and other types of flooding, such as rainfall-induced flooding or storm surge, may occur outside these dates!

For those who live or work in an area prone to flooding, the following measures are advised before a King Tide occurs:

• Have a plan in place to move vehicles to higher ground BEFORE a King Tide event
  
• Keep sandbags on hand.
• Consider obtaining an elevation certificate for a finished floor from a licensed surveyor.
• Review the flood insurance policy or consider acquiring flood insurance.
• Make a flood safety plan, and review it with family/friends/co-workers.
• See Palm Beach County's Department of Emergency Management's Flood Tips websitefor more information on flood risk and options for reducing the risk of flood damage.
• Study the elevation of the areas around the property and identify alternative routes to avoid driving through deep water during the King Tide event.
• Remove trash cans and recycling bins from the curb as soon as possible when a King Tide event is expected.

Take these precautions during or after a King Tide:

• Do not walk through flood water if possible, as this can be a health and/or safety issue.
• If walking through flooded waters is unavoidable, practice good hygiene and wash hands, clothes and pets as soon as possible.
• Do not drive through flood waters if possible. This can be dangerous and can damage your vehicle.
• Be aware of the new tidal range, and practice safe boating when traveling under a bridge. Check the tides before leaving the dock.
• During King Tide events, closely monitor trash cans and recycling bins and remove them from the curb as soon as possible after they are emptied. If the property experiences flooding, consider storing containers in a secure location until the next scheduled pick-up day.

For more information on King Tides, see the county's King Tide webpage.

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