Exceptionally high tides threaten flooding along Southern California coast

Officials in Newport Beach reported a high tide of 7.6 feet near Balboa Island, nearly 2 feet above normal, signaling an increased risk of coastal flooding, KTLA 5 reported.

The Southern California coastline, including areas in Orange and San Diego counties, is preparing for exceptionally high tides that may flood homes and roads, worsen beach erosion, and damage oceanfront properties, according to KTLA 5.

The National Weather Service has issued coastal flood warnings for Orange and San Diego counties and advisories for Los Angeles County, highlighting the threat to the region's vulnerable coastal areas.

Residents and local authorities are urged to remain vigilant as the high tides are expected to continue impacting the Southern California coast in the coming days, potentially causing further damage to already battered shorelines.