King tides can result in water levels that are markedly higher than typical high tides, often leading to coastal flooding and unique scenic experiences. A typical high tide in our area can vary between 3 to 7 feet.

One Scripps oceanographer is throwing down the gauntlet on the term king tides. Here’s why he says there should be a royal court of tides instead.

Along the Crystal Coast, a coastal flooding advisory is in effect due to the tail end of especially high tides, known as King Tides. Areas like Beaufort, Morehead City or anywhere near the coast may have seen higher waters this weekend.

Along the coast it’s the tail end of some especially high tides as a coastal flooding advisory was in effect throughout the weekend, commonly known as king tides. These tides refer to the higher tides some places may see throughout the year.

The Oregon Coast’s famed king tides return for the first time this season on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Here's how to safely view them.

Researchers use community-submitted king tide photos to validate climate change models. This year's King Tides Project is scheduled for Nov. 15-17 and Dec. 13-15.

It's been a dramatic weekend on the coast as king tides rolled along the San Diego County shoreline, bringing waves up to 7 feet high.

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