Southern California is facing coastal emergencies as waves reaching up to 25 feet high slam the region, leading to the closure of the Manhattan Beach Pier.
According to KTLA on the 14th, the City of Manhattan Beach completely restricted pedestrian access to the Manhattan Beach Pier that morning due to high waves and dangerous marine conditions.
City officials urged residents to avoid the area and pay attention to future guidance, stating, “For public safety, access to the pier is prohibited until further notice.”
On this day, waves ranging from 8 to 15 feet hit the Southern California coast, with much higher waves forecasted in certain areas.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued coastal flood advisories for most parts of the Southern California coastline. High waves are expected to continue into next week.
While the peak of the rough waves was anticipated on the 14th, similar conditions are likely to recur on the 16th as well.
The NWS warned that “strong rip currents can drag swimmers and surfers out to sea,” adding that “high waves also pose the risk of sweeping people off beaches or rocks, or capsizing small boats near the shore.”
