Los angeles big waves

The rising swell was a welcome sight for surfers who flocked to the coast as the size was building on Monday, June 21, the first official day of summer. Strong surf rolled into Southern California on Monday, June 21, , for the first day of summer.

Big waves, along with high tides will stick around through Thursday. Use caution if headed to the coast. Photos courtesy of Tony Prince. A man plays in the surf in Santa Monica on Tuesday, June 22, Find out what's happening in Los Angeles with free, real-time updates from Patch. Let's go! Laguna Beach lifeguard tower surrounded by kelp after extreme high tides and coastal flooding Susana Cruciana photo The embattled south Orange County coastal city of Capistrano Beach was hammered, according to residents.

Toni Nelson, Photo A newly reopened coastal trail is once again closed after the "familiar combination of high tide and surf tore out precious sand, unearthed sandbags and buried the path in cobble and sand. Zuma Beach sees coastal flooding. Photo: Salameh Dibaie We thank all readers for sharing their pictures of the extreme tides. Got some big wave pictures? Orange County maintenance crews were working to clear the lot of debris swept in by the high tides, said Jason Ross, a marine safety lieutenant with Orange County Lifeguards.

A high surf advisory is in effect at some Orange County beaches, where red flags flew from lifeguard towers indicating hazardous conditions that are unsafe for novice beachgoers, Ross said.

The high tides took a toll in Malibu, where a portion of Westward Beach Road near Zuma Beach was washed away Thursday afternoon by the roughly 6-foot surf. Malibu officials said the roadway and the Westward Beach parking lot will probably be closed beyond Labor Day for repairs. Officials with the Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors were placing boulders in the area in hopes of preventing further damage.

County Fire Department, said high surf out of the south paired with large tidal swings from the upcoming full moon Sunday are causing the hazardous conditions. He compared the ocean to a swimming pool that is filled to the brim with water and children splashing. As sea levels rise, so will groundwater. A new study shows where rising groundwater could lead to flooding and damage in California.

Those who venture into the water are encouraged to check in with a lifeguard first and swim only near open towers. High tide Friday evening would arrive at p. Saturday morning. Friday morning, coastal overflow and enhanced beach erosion were seen along the shores of Malibu.

Such erosion will continue throughout Saturday, the NWS advised. Friday through Saturday evening, visitors to our shores will see sets from 7 to 8 feet which is excellent for experienced surfers and dangerous for inexperienced swimmers.

High rip currents are also expected, leading to dangerous swimming conditions, NWS meteorologist Alex Tardy says.