Winter Storm Warning: Flooding, 'Dangerous Rip Tides' Anticipated This Week

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an urgent winter storm warning for cities in the Los Angeles area, predicting dangerous rip currents and possible flooding.

High Surf, Flood Advisories Issued for These California Counties

As of 6:54 a.m. local time on Jan. 4, 2026, coastal flood and high surf advisories have been in effect for beaches in San Luis Obispo County, Ventura County, and those on the central coast of Santa Barbara County. The coastal flood advisory will remain...