Parts of Central Florida are grappling with saturated lawns and roads due to king tides.

This is a problem that residents said has been worsening over the years.

What is a king tide?

King tide is a nonscientific term for the highest tides of the year.

When do king tides occur?

These tides occur when the moon is closest to the Earth and also aligned with the sun.

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, these "higher than normal tides typically occur during a new or full moon and when the Moon is at its perigee, or during specific seasons around the country."

King tides occur once or twice annually in coastal areas. They are predicted by the NOAA.

Why king tides are important

King tides can often result in damage to coastal areas due to flooding, the im

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