Southern California beaches
Coverage of Southern California beaches in the Nexus archive.
- Swarms of tiny, slimy edible fish to return to SoCal beaches this week
Swarms of tiny, slimy edible grunion fish are expected to return to Southern California beaches from July 14 to July 17, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. These fish spawn in wet sand during full and new moons as part of annual grunion runs.
- Newport Beach lifeguards, bystander jump into action during dramatic rescue caught on video
Newport Beach lifeguards and a bystander performed a rescue during dangerous high tides and potential rip currents along Southern California beaches. The event was captured on video, highlighting the risks faced by lifeguards in such conditions.
- Bacteria, chemicals and trash runoff could make SoCal beaches a hazard after rain, officials warn
Southern California beaches may become hazardous after rain due to runoff containing bacteria, chemicals, and trash, officials warn. Contamination from rainwater can pose health risks by introducing harmful substances into ocean and bay waters.