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Video: Biggest waves in a decade pound California coast, flood streets
The biggest waves in a decade battered California’s coast on Saturday, flooding streets and threatening homes. In Pacifica, Chris Aceves and friends Natalie Nunez and David Lechuga carried a sandbag to protect his home…
California could see another round of mammoth waves within days
California’s coast could see another round of exceptionally large waves during a storm expected in the middle of next week. The forecast follows waves described as the biggest in a decade crashing onto Pacifica Pier on…
Massive waves up to 60 feet threaten Northern California coast as NWS issues urgent warning
The National Weather Service warned Northern California residents to stay away from beaches Saturday as powerful surf threatened the coast. A buoy recorded 32-foot waves, and forecasters said exposed beaches could see…
Dangerous high surf in Pacifica, California
Storms are expected to bring hazardous winds and waves to California’s Bay Area and central coast on Nov. 14, with gusts reaching 40 mph and surf potentially rising to 25–35 feet. Flooding is also possible in low-lying…
Photos: Stormy weather brings big waves to the coast
Stormy weather brought large, wind-whipped waves to the Bay Area coast on Friday, Nov. 13, drawing surfers and weather watchers to the shoreline. Surfers rode the waves at Pacifica State Beach in Pacifica, while others…
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Big waves along Pacifica coastline bring dangerous conditions
Big waves along the Pacifica coastline are bringing dangerous conditions, according to a report by Da Lin. The warning concerns coastal areas where large surf may pose a risk to people near the water. Residents and…
Pacifica Election 2026: Here's Who's Winning And What's Passing
Pacifica voters are currently deciding the outcomes of three City Council district races and Measure BB. Preliminary results indicate contested races in Districts 2 and 5, while District 3 features an unopposed…
Real-Time Results: Pacifica Midterm Election 2026
Polls have closed in Pacifica, California, following the 2026 midterm elections. Early results indicate leads for Christine Boles in the District 2 City Council race and Margo Meiman in District 5. Voters also decided…
Meet Sam Casillas, Candidate for Pacifica City Council
Sam Casillas is campaigning for a seat on the Pacifica City Council, representing District 5. With a background in biotech and climate resiliency project management, Casillas emphasizes a commitment to community…