MALIBU, CA — King tides are sweeping the California coast, hitting Los Angeles County beaches, including Malibu.
King tides were seen at Avalon Harbor, Malibu Surfrider Beach, Zuma Beach, Venice Beach Pier, and Manhattan Beach Pier, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department Lifeguard Division.
"King tides represent the highest tides of the year and bring about the largest tide swings," lifeguards said via Instagram.
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Sunday's tide swings measured about 9 feet tall, compared to a high of 7 feet 2 inches at 8:02 a.m. and low around under 2 feet at 3:25 p.m.
Monday's tides are expected to be similar with a high of 7 feet 1 inch at 8:50 a.m. and low under 1 foot at 4:11 p.m.
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The National Weather Service issued a beach hazards warning through 11 a.m. Monday for the San Luis Obispo County Central Coast, Santa Barbara County Central Coast, Santa Barbara County South Coast, Ventura County Coast and Los Angeles County Coast.
"Abnormally high tides between 7.0 and 7.5 feet are expected to bring minor tidal overflow," according to the NWS.
"Pooling of sea water is likely around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges," the NWS reports. "Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected."
People are urged to use caution at local beaches.
"Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers," according to the NWS. "Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks."
The California Coastal Commission invites people to share photos of king tides by submitting them online.
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