The high surf has caused significant damage to residential properties, particularly in the Capistrano Beach community. Residents of nine red-tagged homes have been displaced due to safety concerns, while seven other homes require structural repairs. The broader Southern California coastline, from Malibu to San Diego, has also experienced damage, including a massive sinkhole in Malibu and destruction of a seawall and boardwalk in Long Beach. Experts warn that this event may be a precursor to more severe weather as El Niño conditions strengthen, potentially leading to increased storm activity in the region.