The king tide has broken records, with experts warning of even worse flooding to come in November and December.
As I watched the photos of record-breaking high tides flooding homes and roads in Southern California, my heart sank. The sheer scale of the damage is staggering. Photos show water pouring through storm drains, inundating the Pacific Coast Highway, and flooding offices like Linda Holle's at a marine fueling station in Newport Beach.
The King Tide Breaks Records
The king tide, caused by the full moon, reached an astonishing 8 feet, 2 inches on Tuesday in the Los Angeles Harbor, shattering a record set just the day before. Experts warn that king tides during full moons in November and December could be even worse.
Residents Describe Unprecedented Flooding
The record-breaking high tides in Southern California have left me worried about the long-term effects on the region's infrastructure and residents' daily lives.
The flooding is not limited to coastal areas; roads like the Pacific Coast Highway have been inundated with water, making it difficult for residents to access essential services. Linda Holle's office at a marine fueling station in Newport Beach was also flooded, and she described the scene as unprecedented.
This raises concerns about the preparedness of local authorities to mitigate the impact of such events on residents and businesses.
Linda Holle, who works at the marine fueling station, told reporters that she had never seen flooding like this before. The higher tides are not just a nuisance; they're a threat to more flooding in Southern California.
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