King tides prompt Newport Beach emergency, Metrolink suspensions and coastal flood advisories
The gist
Newport Beach declared a local emergency and Metrolink suspended Orange County Line service for king tides.
Coastal communities from California to Florida face flooding tied to yearly peak tides.
How it unfolded
- Sep 2026High tides and powerful waves overtopped tracks near San Clemente, causing erosion and slope damage that forced a temporary suspension of Metrolink, Amtrak and freight service.
- Oct 10, 2026Coastal flooding on the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach disrupted residents' daily life and forced a local emergency declaration.
- Oct 11, 2026High tides and surf inundated portions of Old Port Beach near Avila Beach.