King Tides, High Surf Expected Along California Coast This Week

King Tides, High Surf Expected Along California Coast This Week
A Pacific Ocean wave crashes against a jetty as other waves roll towards shore as people watch from a playground ship in Ventura, Calif., on Dec. 30, 2023. Mario Tama/Getty Images
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California coastal cities could see more flooding beginning Jan. 10 as King Tides—which are exceptionally high tides that occur during a new or full moon—and high ocean swells arrive in the region.

The combination could bring waves reaching 17 feet along the state’s central coast, including Santa Cruz County, while southern San Diego residents could see waves up to 11 feet through Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

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