Long Beach has always been a place where neighbors show up for one another.
The recent high tides and storms have been hard on parts of our coastline. To anyone dealing with the aftermath, we’re sending our support.
With more high tides on the way, here are a few ways we can prepare and look out for one another.
What are king tides?
King tides are the highest tides of the year. They happen when the moon and sun line up and pull a little harder on the ocean, bringing water a foot or two higher than a typical high tide. When they arrive alongside a strong swell or storm, low-lying areas can see flooding.
More king tides are expected this winter, typically from late fall through January. You can check exact times for your area with NOAA Tides & Currents or learn more through the California King Tides Project.
A few helpful steps
Know your flood zone. Search your address on FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center.
Review your coverage. Most standard homeowners policies don’t include flood damage, even outside high-risk zones. Check in with your insurance agent or visit FloodSmart.gov to explore options.
Clear drains and gutters before winter rains.
Keep sandbags handy. Long Beach residents can pick up free sand and sandbags with ID. See locations and details.
Take photos of your home and belongings now, just to have them.
Check on your neighbors
Some neighbors may need an extra hand, especially older residents or anyone with limited mobility. A quick knock on the door, a text, or help carrying sandbags can mean a lot. Long Beach also offers help filling sandbags at the Lifeguard Station at 72nd Place.
Stay in the loop
Sign up for Alert Long Beach, the city’s free emergency notification system, and share it with friends and family nearby.
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