Storm Rachel Waves Hit Long Beach Homes, Prompt Evacuations

Waves from Post-Tropical Storm Rachel struck beachfront homes in Long Beach, California, over the weekend, prompting evacuations.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 11, 2026 at 7:15 PM EDT

Waves generated by Post-Tropical Storm Rachel battered beachfront homes in Long Beach, California, over the weekend, according to The New York Times.

The surge along the Southern California shoreline prompted evacuations.

Originally reported by The New York Times. Read the full story at The New York Times

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