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SC Coastal Flooding Oct. 24-27: Major Flood Risk Sunday, Monday
Charleston, SC — Coastal communities across South Carolina and southeastern Georgia face several rounds of potentially significant tidal flooding beginning Saturday morning, Oct. 24, with major floodi
By Nolan Pierce · 2026-10-24T11:15:29.672Z
Charleston, SC — Coastal communities across South Carolina and southeastern Georgia face several rounds of potentially significant tidal flooding beginning Saturday morning, Oct. 24, with major flooding possible in Charleston on Sunday and Monday. Flooded roads and travel disruptions could continue into Tuesday, Oct. 27.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, moderate coastal flooding is expected Saturday morning, with water levels potentially reaching major flood stage during the Sunday and Monday morning high tides. Saturday's high tide is expected around 7 a.m.
Charleston Faces Major Flooding Risk Sunday and Monday The National Weather Service's Charleston Harbor tide forecast shows water levels potentially reaching approximately 8.3 feet Monday morning.
At Charleston Harbor, minor flood stage begins at 7 feet, moderate flooding begins at 7.5 feet, and major flooding begins at 8 feet.
Major coastal flooding can inundate low lying streets, waterfront areas and other flood prone locations, creating dangerous driving conditions.
Charleston and coastal Colleton counties face repeated moderate to potentially major flooding through Tuesday morning.
Tidal areas of Berkeley County could experience up to 6 inches of saltwater inundation during certain high tides.
Georgia and Southern South Carolina Also at Risk Flooding concerns extend southward into Beaufort and coastal Jasper counties in South Carolina, along with coastal Chatham, Bryan, Liberty and McIntosh counties in Georgia.
Forecasters are monitoring the potential for water levels to reach major flood stage near Fort Pulaski on Monday morning.
The National Weather Service warns that flooding can occur several hours before and after high tide, meaning dangerous conditions may persist beyond the predicted tide peaks.
Some road closures are expected in affected coastal communities.
Drivers should avoid flooded roadways, obey barricades and allow additional travel time during morning high tides.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts and local emergency announcements as coastal flooding conditions evolve.