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A rare and slow-moving nor’easter is forecast to impact the Northeast this weekend, bringing wind gusts of 50 to 70 mph and waves reaching 10 to 15 feet. The storm’s proximity to the coast, combined with higher-than-normal tides, raises significant concerns for dangerous coastal flooding and beach erosion across the region.
A developing nor'easter threatens millions along the East Coast with heavy rain, dangerous coastal flooding, and high surf through the workweek. Persistent onshore winds and rising seas could cause flooding and dune erosion from the Outer Banks to New England, with gusts up to 40–60 mph and surf heights of 15–18 feet, depending on the storm's track.
Tropical Storm Marie battered Dana Point’s beachfront luxury properties, triggering a rising number of red-tagged homes, beach closures, and a local emergency in Laguna Beach. Residents are scrambling to shield houses with boulders and sandbags as erosion continues, while officials prepare rapid shoreline protections and NOAA warns of a potentially historic El Niño season.
The Ocean Way Festival in Santa Monica was canceled due to beach erosion caused by Hurricane Marie, making it unsafe to hold as planned. Headliners The Killers and Olivia Dean were slated to perform, with other acts including Jack White, Sublime, Alvvays, Khruangbin, Durand Jones & The Indications, and Hiatus Kaiyote. Refunds are being processed automatically, and organizers plan to move the festival to Santa Monica in 2027; the cancellation follows other LA-area festival disruptions, such as the August cancellation of the LA Jazz Festival.
A recent nor’easter caused significant beach erosion along New Jersey's coast, particularly affecting areas like Ocean City and North Wildwood, but spared Philadelphia from severe flooding. The storm's onshore winds and high-pressure systems continue to threaten the fragile beaches, which have been heavily eroded over the past two months. Despite the storm's impact, no major injuries or damages were reported, and the weather is expected to improve in the coming days. The ongoing erosion and lack of federal funding for beach replenishment raise concerns about the future of Jersey's beaches amid rising sea levels.
Hurricane Erin caused significant flooding, water rescues, and evacuations along the New Jersey coast, particularly in Atlantic City and Ocean City, with ongoing flood threats expected into Saturday due to storm waves and the influence of the new moon, though the region is expected to clear up with improved weather over the weekend.
Hurricane Erin is impacting the US East Coast with dangerous waves, storm surges up to 4ft, and severe beach erosion, prompting evacuations and beach closures, while scientists link its rapid intensification to climate change.
Climate change is drastically transforming Europe's summer destinations, causing beach erosion, extreme heat waves, and environmental degradation, which are making traditional vacation spots less desirable and prompting cities to adopt new ecological and urban strategies to adapt and mitigate these impacts.
An oceanfront home in Rodanthe, North Carolina, has collapsed, marking the sixth such incident in the Cape Hatteras National Seashore area in four years. The National Park Service had been monitoring the home and is now coordinating cleanup efforts for debris that extends over two miles. The public is invited to assist in the cleanup.
A beach cottage collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean on North Carolina's Outer Banks, leading to the closure of a popular beach section near Rodanthe Pier. This marks the sixth house to fall in the area in four years due to rapid beach erosion. The National Park Service has closed a one-mile section for cleanup and warns of dangerous debris. Local officials have condemned several homes, but owners face challenges with insurance and relocation.
A $600,000 sand replenishment project in Salisbury, Massachusetts was washed away by a weekend storm, prompting debate over the effectiveness of such efforts in the face of climate change and rising sea levels. The project, funded by property owners, aimed to protect homes and infrastructure from erosion, but critics argue that continually replenishing sand is wasteful and ultimately ineffective. With more severe storms predicted due to climate change, the community is grappling with how to protect its coastline, while state officials are working to secure funding for dune restoration.
Aerial drone video captured extensive beach erosion along the coastline of Jupiter Inlet Colony in Palm Beach County, Florida, showing large chunks of dunes and backyards washed away by rough surf over a two-week period. Palm Beach County faces over 33 miles of critical erosion along its 47-mile coastline, exacerbated by development and storm systems. Efforts to combat erosion include dune restoration, support structures, and sand transfer and renourishment, with concerns rising ahead of sea turtle nesting season in March.
Coastal storms in the Lowcountry caused major flooding and beach erosion, washing away seawalls, docks, and private piers. Emergency management crews are clearing the beachfront of debris, while homeowners are dealing with severe erosion near their homes. Ongoing projects to address erosion and flooding have been washed out, and the area is facing worse impacts than a previous hurricane. Despite the setback, the community is determined to rebuild.
Pinellas County coastal communities in Florida are preparing for the impact of a weather system expected to bring strong winds and storm surge. Captain Dylan Hubbard has been taking precautions at his marina, such as bringing possible projectiles indoors and preparing low-level doors. A Pinellas County Emergency Beach Erosion Control Project is also wrapping up, aiming to mitigate potential damage caused by high water and strong winds. Despite the weather, beach visitors remain optimistic about the dunes holding up.
Oceanside, a beach town in California, is facing the disappearance of its sand, with only one-third of its coastline still having enough sand for people to enjoy. Factors such as development, dams, and erosion control measures have contributed to the shrinking beaches. The city is now rushing to find solutions, including the possibility of groins and innovative designs from an international competition, to replenish and maintain its beaches. However, experts warn that in the long run, it may be impossible to prevent the natural forces of the Pacific Ocean from eroding the coastline.