King tides flood Newport Beach streets
Record king tides flooded streets in Newport Beach as coastal California braced for more flooding. The Guardian and the New York Post said knee-deep water rushed into an Orange County neighborhood Monday. The National Weather Service warned of significant coastal flooding in San Diego and Orange counties.
A tidal surge swallowed streets in Newport Beach on Monday as king tides battered Southern California. The Guardian and the New York Post reported knee-deep floodwater in an upscale Orange County neighborhood. Coastal communities across the state were preparing for days of flooding amid potentially record-breaking tides.
The National Weather Service warned that significant coastal flooding was expected in San Diego and Orange counties. Residents of coastal towns were urged to avoid beaches during high tides and keep farther from the ocean than usual. Water levels began rising Monday as the tide cycle peaked.
King tides are the highest astronomical tides of the year and often preview future sea-level risk. City crews sandbagged low spots while residents moved cars. The pages did not list a death toll tied to the Newport Beach flooding.
What we know: King tides flooded Newport Beach streets Monday as California braced for more coastal flooding.
What we don't: How many homes took water damage, and how high later tide peaks will run.
Where outlets agree The Guardian and the New York Post report king-tide flooding in Newport Beach and wider coastal warnings.
Where they differ The cited reports agree on the key facts so far.