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King tide closes Midtown Beach in Palm Beach
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Key Points:
- Gusty winds, rough surf, and a king tide are causing significant beach erosion across South Florida, notably affecting Midtown Beach in Palm Beach.
- High waves have reached the seawall at Midtown Beach, eroding sand and limiting space for visitors to enjoy the shoreline.
- Visitors, including tourists from Atlanta, have expressed disappointment as beach conditions have disrupted their plans and reduced access to the beach.
- The erosion is occurring just months after a major beach renourishment project, completed in May, which added nearly 600,000 cubic yards of sand to Midtown Beach.
- The king tide cycle contributing to these conditions is expected to persist through the end of October.
