2023-12-30 21:21:58
Waves up to 12 meters high are causing damage for the third consecutive day on the coast of California, in the western United States. The weather phenomenon caused damage to several coastal communities, in addition to washing away cars and forcing authorities to close beaches.
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According to CNN, the dangers will decrease this weekend. However, the region will continue to be hit by extreme waves, which can reach 7.5 meters in height. In California Bay, waves can reach a peak of 40 feet.
Local authorities are asking surfers to stay out of the water. “Vulnerable beaches, piers and harbors should not be considered safe,” said the National Weather Service in Los Angeles (NWS).
In Ventura, a California city close to Los Angeles, all beaches are closed due to waves 4 and 6.5 meters high that will hit the coast on Saturday night, the 30th. The city’s rescuers rescued around ten people this Friday the 29th.
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In addition to the high waves, there is rain forecast for California
The phenomenon will move to the interior and south of the North American state | Photo: Reproduction/Freepik
Also according to CNN, one of the storms that feed the waves will bring rain and wind to the State of California. The phenomenon will move to the interior and south of the North American region.
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