High tides flood streets in Mill Valley and Balboa Peninsula

High tides pushed Pacific Ocean water onto streets in Marin County and on the Balboa Peninsula on Monday, causing localized flooding and temporary road closures. The National Weather Service reported that ocean levels have recently been running as much as 22 inches above predicted levels.

In Mill Valley, Caltrans closed Miller Avenue after water seeped into residential areas. Aerial footage captured by SkyFox showed a driver attempting to exit his vehicle as water rose to the middle of the car. He stopped his attempt and waited inside until a tow truck arrived. The truck crew laid down a ramp to allow him to step out safely.

The same footage showed several paddleboarders moving down the main street. They glided past cars that were stuck in the floodwaters. The scene highlighted how quickly the tide transformed a typical residential block into a waterway.

Southern California also experienced flooding on the Balboa Peninsula. Record-breaking tides surged from Newport Harbor onto local streets. Low-lying areas, including parking lots, bike paths, and harbor walkways, were particularly vulnerable to the rising water.

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory that remains in effect through Thursday. Forecasters warn that the elevated ocean levels increase the risk of beach erosion and street flooding in vulnerable coastal communities.