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High tides damage 114 structures in Huntington Beach. City warns of more flooding to come
Los Angeles Times • • nation
Key Points:
- High tides and flooding caused damage to 114 homes and structures along Huntington Beach's coast, with six homes restricted due to safety concerns.
- A lithium-ion battery caught fire after being damaged by saltwater surf, adding to the destruction.
- The damage was primarily caused by king tides, which flooded parts of Pacific Coast Highway and led to road closures in the area.
- The city declared a state of emergency, activated a command post, and deployed emergency services while urging residents to prepare for potential future flooding.
- Although tides calmed by Friday, officials warned that late November tides could be even higher, posing further risks to the community.
