Tides have been in the news lately because the timing of high tides has been a factor in coastal flooding during the recent hurricanes. Tides are caused by differential gravity. The moon exerts a ...

The moon's gravity causes high and low tides, something known as the tidal force. As the tidal force shifts Earth's mass, it ...

New moon brings highest tide of the month this week as Hurricane Erin churns dangerous waves, surf on East coast. What to know about August new moon ...

A high-pressure system is sitting to the north. This setup has led to a strong northeasterly breeze moving into the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. These winds, gusting up to 25 mph, have been blowing ...

Coastal flooding can happen even when the sun is shining. Here’s what causes this hazard and why it’s getting more common.

Cities across South Florida respond to these high tides with temporary stormwater pumps to keep streets dry, sandbags and dams around vulnerable streets and buildings and, in places like Miami Beach, ...

A new moon draws the highest tide of the month, but this week's timing could make Hurricane Erin's impact worse. Here's when and what to know about the August new moon. Hurricane Erin has maximum ...