Sonoma County Under Coastal Flood Advisory; 1 School Remains Closed

SONOMA COUNTY, CA — Parts of Sonoma County remain under a coastal flood advisory as tidal levels have been running nearly a foot above predictions, resulting in minor coastal flooding.

The coastal flood advisory is daily from 8 a.m. to noon through Saturday and applies to areas adjacent to San Francisco Bay, including parts of Marin and Sonoma counties, the San Francisco Peninsula and Berkeley and Oakland in the East Bay.

Flooding of lots, parks and roads with only isolated road closures is expected.

"Tidal levels are running about three-quarters of a foot higher than tidal predictions," the National Weather Service said. "Flooding most likely between 10 a.m. and noon daily during high tide resulting in minor coastal flooding for low-lying, flood-prone spots adjacent to the San Francisco Bay."

For people who need to travel, the weather service recommends allowing extra time as some roads may be closed.

"Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth," the weather service said. "Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property."

Also in Sonoma County, Kashia Elementary remained closed Friday because of storm-related issues. The school remains closed because of downed power lines and trees, according to the Sonoma County Office of Education. The school in a rural area of north-coastal Sonoma County plans to reopen on Monday.