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Powerful waves and unusually high tides linked to the El Nino climate pattern are accelerating coastal erosion across Southern California.
Beaches such as Tamarack State Beach have lost large amounts of sand, leaving exposed rocks and driving away visitors who support local businesses.
Scientists warn that temporarily elevated sea levels, combined with winter storms and astronomical high tides, could worsen flooding and coastal damage in the coming months.
Experts say the region is heading into what may be an exceptionally destructive winter for its coastline.
