Some California beaches forced to close after 'unusually high' ocean water levels
Summary
Tropical Storm Rachel’s leftovers, combined with an El Niño weather pattern and a Kelvin wave, have caused flooding and high ocean water levels along Southern California’s coast, especially in Newport Beach. The city has closed all its beaches and declared an emergency due to flooding and dangerous waves.Key Facts
- Tropical Storm Rachel hit Baja California and affected Southern California with flooding and big ocean waves.
- Newport Beach in Orange County experienced flooding starting Friday and declared a local emergency on Saturday.
- All beaches and piers in Newport Beach are closed until further notice.
- The flooding is caused by a mix of storm swells, an El Niño event, and a Kelvin wave (a type of underwater wave that affects sea levels).
- Large ocean swells and unusually high tides are expected to continue through the weekend.
- Flash flood warnings are in place for parts of Southern California, northwest Arizona, southern Nevada, and southwest Utah.
- The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood warning for Orange County, effective Sunday through Tuesday.
- Officials advise people to avoid flooded areas due to safety risks and possible beach erosion.
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