A high surf advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 2:48 p.m. valid from Monday 9 p.m. until Wednesday 6 a.m. for Mobile and Baldwin counties.

“Large breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet expected in the surf zone,” describes the weather service. “A significant amount of water can cover portions of Fort Pickens Road, particularly from about 2 miles east of Fort Pickens eastward to near the far west end of Pensacola Beach. The road often becomes impassable at this water level, especially if combined with high surf. Significant amount of water across portions of Highway 399 through the Gulf Islands National Seashore, particularly around the Opal Beach area. High water impacts significant portions of Shell Belt and Coden Belt Roads, can result in limited travel and some full closers. Portions of County Road 1 near Weeks Bay may become impassable due to flood waters. Minor beach erosion can occur, primarily when combined with high surf.”

“Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water,” adds the weather service. “If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don’t swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.”

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