High Surf and Coastal Flooding Impact Southern California Beaches
High Surf and Coastal Flooding Impact Southern California Beaches
US · Published Sep 9, 2026
A tropical storm, identified as Tropical Storm Marie, located hundreds of miles off the California coast, is generating elevated surf conditions along the Orange County and Los Angeles County coastlines.
Over the past few days, powerful waves have caused significant damage to beachfront homes in Dana Point, Long Beach, Malibu, and other coastal areas.

Impact & Risks

The elevated surf and coastal flooding have led to extensive damage to ocean-facing properties, with several homes in Dana Point red-tagged as uninhabitable. Residents in affected areas, including Long Beach and Malibu, are at risk of property damage and flooding. Dangerous rip currents and longshore currents pose a significant threat to swimmers and surfers. The combination of high tides and large waves increases the likelihood of further inland flooding along the coastlines of Los Angeles and Orange counties.

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