high tides

A 40-year project has helped save little terns, a marine bird species threatened by high tides and beachgoers, through volunteer efforts.

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.

Forecasters warned beachgoers in Los Angeles and Orange counties about elevated surf, dangerous rip currents, and high tides causing continued risks of flooding and dangerous ocean conditions.

NWS expects high tides to linger following weekend rescues. Honolulu Ocean Safety lifeguards responded to multiple rescues on Sunday.

Heavy surf and high tides caused coastal damage in Southern California, including historic cabin flooding and erosion at Crystal Cove State Park. A 5-year-old girl drowned in Laguna Beach due to dangerous surf conditions, while experts linked the events to rising sea levels from climate change.

Minor coastal flooding is possible in low-lying coastal areas due to higher-than-normal high tides. Hazardous beach conditions, including sneaker waves and strong rip currents, are expected through Tuesday, alongside a minor to locally moderate heat risk with seasonable June temperatures.

Hot and dry inland conditions with moderate heat risk are expected, while coastal areas face possible minor flooding from high tides. Hazardous beach conditions, including sneaker waves and strong rip currents, are forecasted for Sunday.