Coastal Flooding Persists After Storm Rachel in California
Coastal Flooding Persists After Storm Rachel in California
US · Published Oct 13, 2026
• The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel have caused significant damage across Southern California, including coastal flooding, debris flows, and damage to homes in Long Beach.
• While the worst of the storm has passed, coastal flooding advisories remain in effect from San Diego to San Luis Obispo, with high tides expected Monday and Tuesday mornings.

Impact & Risks

Coastal communities from San Diego to San Luis Obispo remain under flooding advisories, with risks of beach erosion, parking lot flooding, and strong rip currents. A man drowned at Dockweiler Beach on Sunday, highlighting the dangers of storm conditions. Inland areas face heightened wildfire risks later this week due to dry air and Santa Ana winds. While some areas, like Newport Beach, avoided major damage, others, such as Long Beach, experienced significant impacts, including damage to homes and a historic boardwalk.

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