Local emergency declared in California beach city to stabilize coastal bluffs ahead of super El Niño

THE TAKEAWAY

  • Carlsbad declared a local emergency as officials work to stabilize coastal bluffs threatened by ongoing erosion.
  • Officials hope to protect the coastline ahead of potentially strong El Niño conditions this winter.
  • Officials plan to place boulders along the existing rock revetment, extending approximately 192 feet to the north.

A San Diego County beach city declared a local emergency Wednesday as officials work to stabilize coastal bluffs threatened by ongoing erosion ahead of potentially strong El Niño conditions this winter.

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