Disaster● Elevated38m ago · Nov 14, 2026, 11:52 PM
'The beach is not your friend this weekend': Massive waves pummel California coast
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from LA Times California · United States · North America
Tall waves pummeled the California coast on Saturday, causing beach and pier closures and endangering coastal homes and infrastructure from San Diego to Malibu and beyond.
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