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King Tides Unleash Powerful Surf on SoCal Coast
14 Jun
Summary
- King tides and powerful surf pose flooding risks to low-lying Southern California areas.
- Newport Beach officials urged residents to take flood precautions and warned against wakes.
- Lifeguard Tower No. 9 nearly tipped over due to coastal erosion from strong tides.
Residents in Southern California's coastal communities are preparing for significant flooding risks due to anticipated king tides and powerful surf. Low-lying areas, including parts of Newport Beach such as Newport Island and the Peninsula, are particularly susceptible.
City officials in Newport Beach have issued strong advisements for residents to take preventative measures. These include installing seawall plugs, using sandbags in vulnerable spots, and avoiding the creation of wakes that could exacerbate flooding.
City crews have been actively implementing flood-protection measures, including deploying gap boards and operating pumps. Sandbags have been made available to residents at designated locations, such as the City Corporation Yard and local fire stations.
The powerful tidal event has already caused visible erosion, with footage showing Lifeguard Tower No. 9 nearly collapsing into the ocean. The king tides are projected to continue until at least Tuesday, with strong waves expected to impact the coast for up to two weeks.
