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Newsom Declares Emergency Ahead of Potential Winter Storms

By Drooid · Sep 24, 2026, 4:47 PM UTC · How we work

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Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency to mobilize resources before potential winter storms.
Researchers say Super El Niño could raise California sea level six to 13 inches, worsening erosion and flooding.
City Council adopted a September 2025 plan for La Jolla Shores, Mission Beach, Tourmaline, Ocean Beach and Sunset Cliffs.
The city is installing sand berms along Mission Bay and beaches to absorb surf and reduce damage.

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Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency to mobilize resources before potential winter storms.
Researchers say Super El Niño could raise California sea level six to 13 inches, worsening erosion and flooding.
City Council adopted a September 2025 plan for La Jolla Shores, Mission Beach, Tourmaline, Ocean Beach and Sunset Cliffs.
The city is installing sand berms along Mission Bay and beaches to absorb surf and reduce damage.