Why did Newport Beach, Balboa Peninsula flood? Official explains amid tsunami fears; scary visuals emerge from California

In an aerial view, an emergency vehicle drives through coastal floodwaters amid strong waves and high tides generated by Tropical Storm Rachel on October 9, 2026 in Newport Beach, California. (Getty Images via AFP)

Newport Beach declared a local emergency on October 9 amid coastal flooding on Balboa Peninsula. The California city’s officials warned of high surf and elevated tides that could lead to more flooding throughout the weekend. In an aerial view, an emergency vehicle drives through coastal floodwaters amid strong waves and high tides generated by Tropical … Read more