Record Tides Flood Southern California Coast; Sea Level Highest on Record

San Pedro tide gauge recorded 2.44 meters above local reference, causing flooding in Newport Beach and Long Beach. This marks the highest sea level ever recorded in California, driven by a combination of astronomical high tides and long-term sea-level rise. The event underscores accelerating coastal flood risk and may prompt infrastructure and insurance responses.

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