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California beaches close as Tropical Storm Rachel swells ocean levels

Original: Some California beaches forced to close after 'unusually high' ocean water levels from Tropical Storm Rachel

Several California beaches have been forced to close after unusually high ocean water levels linked to Tropical Storm Rachel. Officials are keeping swimmers and surfers out of the water as elevated seas and dangerous surf conditions affect the coastline, with warnings expected to stay in place until water levels recede and conditions improve.

Why now: Tropical Storm Rachel's unusual impact on California's coast has raised safety concerns and prompted beach closures.

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• Some California beaches forced to close after 'unusually high' ocean water levels from Tropical Storm Rachel · Everett Post
• Some California beaches forced to close after 'unusually high' ocean water levels from Tropical Storm Rachel · ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

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