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El Niño Erosion Threatens California Coast Highway
El Niño-driven erosion is closing sections of California's Pacific Coast Highway as winter storms approach.
In brief
El Niño-driven erosion is closing sections of California's Pacific Coast Highway as winter storms approach. Strong El Niño conditions are causing rapid coastal erosion that has closed parts of California's Pacific Coast Highway. Originally reported by Sfgate.
Pacific Coast Highway Erosion
El Niño-driven high surf and warm ocean waters are eroding California's coastline.
Laguna Beach Road Closure
Caltrans closed a section of the Pacific Coast Highway after a cliffside crack threatened the roadway.
Carlsbad Emergency
Carlsbad declared a local emergency after waves wiped out the parking lot at Tamarack State Beach.
Malibu Road Closure
Malibu closed Westward Beach Road due to severe erosion from high tides and surf.
In short
Strong El Niño conditions are causing rapid coastal erosion that has closed parts of California's Pacific Coast Highway.
