Crime & Safety

Coast Highway Shut Down Due To Downed Tree In Laguna Beach

South Coast Highway was shut down in both directions Wednesday morning amid heavy rains.

South Coast Highway was shut down in both directions Wednesday morning due to a downed tree and power lines in Laguna Beach.
South Coast Highway was shut down in both directions Wednesday morning due to a downed tree and power lines in Laguna Beach. (City of Laguna Beach Courtesy Photo)

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — South Coast Highway was shut down in both directions Wednesday morning due to a downed tree and power lines in Laguna Beach.

The closure was announced at 9:08 a.m. Wednesday and impacts South Coast Highway between Cleo and Legion streets.

"Expect closures and delays until further notice," the City of Laguna Beach said in a statement.

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It was not immediately known if anyone was injured.

Motorists were urged to avoid the area.

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No further information was immediately available.

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