Flooding possible this weekend due to high tides and heavy rains

The National Weather Service is forecasting moderate to potentially heavy rainfall in the Charleston region on Saturday night (December 8th) and into Sunday morning (December 9th). Heavy rain and wind are expected to generate higher than normal tides, which have the potential to cause tidal flooding on Seabrook Island Road and other low lying areas. Rain is expected to taper off on Sunday afternoon.

The Post and Courier reports: "Northeast winds from 20 to 30 mph and gusts as high as 40 mph will accompany some 2 to 3 inches of rain." It is possible that Sunday's high tide may "peak above 8 feet - a height that can swamp low-lying streets, can undermine properties as well as exacerbate erosion." [Read the full article here]

While wintry condition are expected to blanket large parts of North and South Carolina this weekend, the current forecast does not anticipate any snow or ice in our area. High temperatures in the Charleston area are expected to reach the low to mid 50's on Saturday and Sunday. 

High Tide Predictions (NOAA Kiawah Bridge)

• Saturday Morning: 8:42 AM (6.55 feet)
• Saturday Evening: 8:47 PM (5.40 feet)
• Sunday Morning: 9:21 AM (6.36 feet) **Potentially higher**
• Sunday Evening: 9:26 PM (5.23 feet)