Southern California prepares for flooding amid forecast of ‘record-breaking tides’
Residents of coastal towns told to avoid beaches during high tides and keep further away from the ocean than usual Southern California coastal communities…
The Guardian reports that residents of coastal towns told to avoid beaches during high tides and keep further away from the ocean than usual Southern California coastal communities are preparing for days of flooding amid potentially “record-breaking tides” this week.
The National Weather Service warned that significant coastal flooding was expected in San Diego and Orange counties through Thursday that could close roads and inundate homes, businesses and critical infrastructure.
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