Dangerous Coastal Weather Forecast/Sandbags at Fire Station 23

The National Weather Service forecasts coastal beach flooding, erosion, and high surf in Los Angeles beginning Sunday night, Sept. 27 until Wednesday, Sept. 30 due to Hurricane Polo and Hurricane Odalys, according to a city alert.

Moderate coastal flooding is expected with an increased risk of ocean drowning, according to the alert. Rip currents will be widespread and strong, potentially pulling swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves may cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. Enhanced beach erosion is also expected.

During high tide, flooding is likely, which will impact areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways, according to the city.

Free sandbags and a pile of sand to fill them are offered at L.A. Fire Department Station 23, 17281 Sunset, and at more distant stations listed here. Call Station 23 at (310) 575-8523 to ensure that supplies are still available. Information on proper sandbag placement is available in this online guide. (See section on sandbags below.)

The website weather.gov/lox/ has the latest weather trends and advisories, or visit emergency.lacity.gov/rain for preparedness resources.