Last updated: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 7:58AM GMT
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High tides rolled into Southern California coastal communities Tuesday, flooding streets with several inches of water.
The high tides have already broken records in some areas, creating dicey conditions in Newport Beach, Long Beach and beyond.
According to the National Weather Service, very high morning tides are expected through Thursday.
A coastal flood warning remained in effect through 1 p.m. Thursday for the Orange County coastline. A coastal flood advisory covering the Los Angeles County coastline also remained in effect through 1 p.m. Thursday.
City News Service contributed to this report.
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Oct 27, 2026, 12:26 PM GMT
High tide sets all-time record in San Pedro
San Pedro broke an all-time record Monday and the tide could be even higher Tuesday. Meanwhile, the tides are raising questions about how they might affect local fisherman
A preliminary reading at the San Pedro tide gauge reached 8.02 feet Monday morning, breaking the previous record of 7.93 feet set Jan. 10, 2005, according to the National Weather Service. Records at the gauge date to November 1923, and slightly higher tides are possible Tuesday morning.
Fisherman in the area are keenly aware of every changing tide on a daily basis. This week’s high tide paired with warming waters are bringing prime fishing conditions, which could mean huge hauls for those who make their living on the water.
City News Service contributed to this report.
Oct 27, 2026, 12:07 PM GMT
Huntington Beach to close PCH
Huntington Beach will close a stretch of Pacific Coast Highway Tuesday ahead of expected high tides, the city announced Monday afternoon.
“As a precaution and to keep everyone safe on the road, Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) will be closed between Warner Ave and Anderson St from 8 a.m. to noon tomorrow,” the city said in a post on X.
The city urged residents to prepare ahead of the high tides, adding that sand and sandbags are available at the following locations:
City Corporate Yard: 17371 Gothard Street — Open through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Edison Community Center: 21377 Magnolia Street — Available 24/7Warner Fire Station: 3831 Warner Avenue — Available 24/7