Exceptionally high tides will swamp California, 'likely to get worse before it gets better'

Exceptionally high tides are set to hit California as early as this weekend, sending officials scrambling to prepare for another onslaught along the state's already battered coast. The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood warning that goes into effect Sunday morning and lasts through Thursday afternoon, saying it expects...

Rain Taps Out in San Diego as Weekend Warm-Up, High Tides Roll In

San Diego is waking up Friday to light rain, with a high forecast near 69. Showers should be most noticeable this morning before easing, with partial sunshine returning later in the day. The National Weather Service San Diego says scattered showers could continue into Friday evening, then end from the...

Exceptionally high tides will swamp California, 'likely to get worse before it gets better'

Exceptionally high tides are set to hit California as early this weekend, sending officials scrambling to prepare for another onslaught along the state's already battered coast. Significant coastal flooding is expected in some areas.

San Diego, L.A. likely to see highest tides on record; Bay Area also could see coastal flooding

California will see very high tides up and down its coast next week, as the historic El Niño raises the seas.

San Diego weather today: Brooke Martell's morning forecast for October 23, 2026

Mild fall storm brings cool-down, rainfall to San Diego area

Fall finally felt like fall in the San Diego area Thursday as a mild October storm moved through, delivering a long-awaited cool- down to the region along with widespread showers. Ending a spell of frequently sweltering summer-like autumn conditions, the wet low-pressure system brought temperatures in the 60s and 70s...

Escondido nonprofit raising money to rebuild greenhouses destroyed by Santa Ana winds

ESCONDIDO (KGTV) — An Escondido nonprofit is asking for the community's help after the Santa Ana winds knocked down the greenhouses it uses to teach students about farming, food, and life skills. Deanna Smith is the executive director of the Grape Day S.T.E.A.M. — Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and...

Taxpayers face millions of dollars in costs from flooding

(The Center Square) – Recent severe weather brought by Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel has left a trail of millions of dollars of infrastructure damage and property destruction across Southern California. Officials estimate millions of taxpayer dollars will be spent to pay for damage to infrastructure in coastal cities ranging from Long Beach to San Diego, and likewise, private property owners are expected to face millions of dollars of damage. The Center Square reached out to various officials to elaborate further on the potential impact on taxpayers, but did not hear back before publication time. What is clear is the damage is extensive in Southern California, which faced a new round of rain and potential thunderstorms on Wednesday. The new, less severe storm hit Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego counties. National Weather Service meteorologists Wednesday told The Center Square that unlike Rachel, these upcoming systems feature less persistent widespread rainfall overall, but bring dangerous local pockets of heavier showers, gusty winds and a slight chance of thunderstorms capable of producing localized heavy rain rates and notable impacts. For example, in San Diego County, showers and thunderstorms are expected to transition into scattered activity overnight and early morning waves before clearing

Soaked Then Stoked: Rain, High Tides Hit San Diego Before Sunny Weekend Warm-Up

San Diego was waking to scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms Thursday morning, and the unsettled weather will continue. Showers are possible through the afternoon, with a high near 70 and a slight chance of thunderstorms before a warmer, sunnier weekend arrives. Showers Could Continue Through Thursday. According to the National...

West Coast Halloween Weather: Rain Risk Rises Oct. 27–31

Los Angeles, San Francisco, Sacramento and Portland face increasing rain concerns ahead of Halloween.

California Trades Warm Afternoons for Heavy Showers, Thunderstorms A Few Strong/Severe |Oct 21-22

A potentlow pressure system dropping south along the Pacific Coast will bring a cooler and wetter pattern to California this week. The main impacts will arrive Wednesday, October 21, and continue through Thursday, October 22. The system will slow offshore before turning inland. This will allow several rounds of rain to affect parts of the state.

Rare Level 3 Severe Risk Brings Tornado Threat to Flagstaff, Prescott, and Holbrook While Los Angeles and San Diego Face Isolated Twister Chances

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The severe weather threat for the Southwest has increased, with a Level 3 of 5 Enhanced Risk now in place for parts of central Arizona on Wednesday afternoon. Damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes are all possible. A rare tornado risk also extends to the Southern California coast, including Los Angeles and San Diego. A risk this high is unusual for the region and could make Wednesday a high-end severe weather day.

Nineteen Hawaii cats relocated to San Diego after Hurricane Lowell

Nineteen cats from Kaua‘i Humane Society have been relocated after Hurricane Lowell to provide vital relief to the Hawaiian shelter as it continues its emergency recovery efforts. By taking in cats already awaiting adoption in Kaua‘i, the partnership frees up critical kennel space for displaced and injured family pets affected by the storm. The first group of 19 cats touched down on the evening of Oct. 13 and was transported to Humane Society campuses in Escondido and Oceanside. The cats are settling in well, with 11 staying in Escondido and eight in Oceanside. Staff say they have been social and outgoing as they adjust to their new surroundings. Once they're ready, the cats will be available for adoption. Adoptions are completed in person on a first-come, first-served basis, and holds cannot be placed over the phone. A second transport of 20 cats is scheduled to arrive in the coming weeks, bringing the total number of relocated Hawaiian cats to 39. While the organization is navigating its 13th consecutive month of record-high adult dog populations and operating at 164% canine capacity, feline capacity is at 86%, allowing it to answer the call for emergency assistance without compromising local care. The organization

California Winter 2026-27: LA and 32-Inch State Snow History

El Niño can bring Pacific storms while Sierra Nevada highways remain vulnerable through March.

Rain and possible thunderstorms expected in San Diego County this week

The National Weather Service is forecasting rain, cooler temperatures, and potential thunderstorms for San Diego County starting Wednesday night, prompting local officials to urge residents to prepare for the storm.

Southern California Weather: Showers Hit San Diego Oct. 21-22

Showers and possible thunderstorms arrive Wednesday night before drier conditions return Friday.

Southern California Halloween 2026: Rain Risk for Oct. 25–31

Los Angeles, San Diego and the Inland Empire could see changing weather before Halloween night.