Weather Update, 12/29/23

UPDATE...
Issued at 823 AM PST Fri Dec 29 2023

Southerly winds are on the increase with gusts up to 60 mph in the
region`s highest peaks. As such, a Wind Advisory remains in effect
until 7 PM this evening. Rain will increase in coverage and
intensity throughout the afternoon and evening with a slight chance
of thunderstorms. Post frontal showers and isolated thunderstorms
will linger into Saturday morning. Otherwise, no updates are
anticipated at this time.

Key Messages:

* Coastal Flood Advisory for the coastal North Bay to the Big Sur
  Coast until 2 PM today due to sea water inundation from high  tide
  and large waves and the incoming storm.
* High Surf Advisory for the coastal North Bay to the Big Sur Coast
  until 6 PM today due to breaking waves up to 15-19 feet.
* Stay out of the water, and off of jetties, piers, and rocks!
* Next rain system arrives today into Saturday, rain totals of 2-3"
  with isolated 5" in the coastal ranges and 0.5-1.5" inland.
* Wind Advisory in effect for widespread strong southerly winds
  today with gusts generally to 20-30 mph, up to 50-60 mph along the
  coast and at ridgetops.
* Active pattern continues for the first week of the new year.