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đ More Than You Wanted To Know About A King Tide
A King Tide is a term used for the highest tides of the year caused by the alignment of the Earth, moon and sun. These exceptionally high tides, which also have the lowest low tides, happen during full or new moons, especially when the moon is at its closest point to Earth (perigee) and during specific times of the year, often in winter and summer. When a king tide coincides with storms, it can lead to flooding in coastal areas. Hit The Beach, Duh - Although the ocean temps are getting close to the ânot refreshingâ zone, there is almost always a nice breeze on the coastline. Our favorite activity is to sit down by the water with a great book.
What Causes A King Tide
Gravitational pull:
Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun on Earth's oceans. Gator Bites
Alignment:
When the sun, moon, and Earth are aligned, their combined gravitational pull creates a larger tidal range. This happens during the new moon and full moon phases. Best Shrimp & GritsâŚWho Ya Got?
Yearly and monthly cycles:
King tides occur when these monthly (spring tides) and yearly patterns align. The moon's orbit brings it closest to Earth at perigee, resulting in an even greater tidal range.
Spillage:
It is widely accepted that if everyone downtown on a Friday night spills their drink at the same time we have a Drunk TideâŚsimilar to a King Tide but with floating lime garnish. đ
Downtown Flooding During A King Tide
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Pic Of The Week:
This weekâs pick was submitted by Bill McMonigle. Congrats to Bill on winning a $10 gift card to Liberty Beans Coffee!
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Charleston Showing Off Again
Whatâs Up This Week:
10/16 - Third Thursday - Downtown Summerville. On the third Thursday of each month, Historic Downtown Summerville transforms into a special marketplace featuring local entertainment, craft vendors and artisans, to complement the extended hours of our eclectic shops, boutiques and restaurants.
10/16 - Isle of Palms Farmerâs Market.
10/16-10/18 - Halloween In The Swamp - Cypress Gardens
10/18 - Puppies & Pumpkin Patch - Rusty Bull Brewery
10/19 - Charleston Wing Fest - Hanahan Amphitheater
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Reach out to Jackie Rosales, owner of We Patch N Paint for all of your painting needs. âWe also specialize in wallpaper, drywall, stain, pressure washing and tile/backsplash.â
Call Jackie for Free Estimates: 843-530-3104
Email: [email protected]
Tell Jackie you saw it on The Local Gator!
From a customer in Mount PleasantâŚâWe were so pleased with their work! Jackie and her team were easy to work with and very professionalâ.
Thatâs it for this week.
Kicked the door in on the week and get after your goals!
We appreciate you.
Your Local Gator Team